Over the past several decades; the economies of Asia have been growing exponentially. But as a result; the political and financial networks of this region have been subject to focus; almost to the exclusion of other narratives. Here; Peter van der Veer shifts the focus onto the religious networks of the region. Crucially; though; he emphasises how embedded religious actors are within not only religious networks; but also political and economic ones. He therefore examines the ways in which religion connects people; offers them opportunities to travel and link up; and enables the movements of people and trade across the world. By examining Christian; Buddhist and Muslim networks across Asia and with the West; this book offers vital analysis for researchers of both modern religion as well as students of politics and trade economics.
#4066247 in Books Urim Publications 2009-12-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.60 x .60 x 6.60l; .85 #File Name: 9655240312176 pages
Review
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Great introduction to women in JudaismBy N. EisenbergThis is a great and engaging book with stories of different women from Judaism; including biblical and more modern examples. Interesting to read both about women I'd already heard of and be introduced to some new ones. The interview style makes it very accessible and you can dip in and out. Would make a great Jewish occasion gift for anyone from Bat Mitzvah age and up! Eager to see what future publications will come from this author on other Jewish subjects...
