Stereotyping Religion II

Building on the success of <i>Stereotyping Religion: Critiquing Clichés</i> this follow up volume dismantles a further 10 widespread stereotypes and clichés about religion focusing on clichés that a new generation of students are most familiar with.<br/> <br/>Each chapter includes: <br/><br/>- A description of a particular cliché<br/>- Discussion of where it appears in popular culture or popular media<br/>- Discussion of where it appears in scholarly literature<br/>- A historical contextualization of its use in the past<br/>- An analysis of the social or rhetorical work the cliché accomplishes in the present<br/><br/>Clichés addressed include: <br/><br/>- Religion and science naturally conflict <br/>- All religions are against LGBTQ rights<br/>- Eastern religions are more spiritual than Western religions<br/>- Religion is personal and not subject to government regulation<br/>- Religious pluralism gives everyone a voice<br/><br/> Written in an easy and accessible style <i>Stereotyping Religion II: Critiquing Clichés</i>is suitable for all readers looking to clear away unsophisticated assumptions in preparation for more critical studies.