A rumor of angels: modern society and the rediscovery of the supernaturalWith unparalleled creativity and impeccable scholarship, this path-breaking classic confronts head-on the thesis that 'God is dead.' The new essays include discussions on religious politicization and the dilemmas of hardline morality. |
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User Review - jjones42 - LibraryThingA very nice sociological look at religion. I read this about 20 years ago and have particularly found his discussion of "truth sets" useful. I also have use as a quote a snip from it along the lines ... Read full review
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User Review - nickandhannah715 - BooklogThis was a thought provoking book. Althoughbitvhas been a while since it was first published, I think it contributors timeless truths and wisdom to the whole church community. Read full review
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| Title | A rumor of angels: modern society and the rediscovery of the supernatural Anchor books Volume 715 of A Doubleday Anchor book |
| Author | Peter L. Berger |
| Edition | revised |
| Publisher | Doubleday, 1970 |
| Original from | the University of Virginia |
| Digitized | Jun 5, 2008 |
| Length | 129 pages |
| Subjects | › Body, Mind & Spirit / Supernatural Religion / General Social Science / Sociology of Religion |
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