Stereotyping Religion II

<p>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. <p/>Each chapter includes: <p/>- 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 <p/>Clichés addressed include: <p/>- 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 <p/> 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.</p>