ALAN RICHARDSON History Sacred & Profane 1ST EDITION BOOK SCM Press 1964 HC

Description: ALAN RICHARDSON History Sacred & Profane 1ST EDITION BOOK SCM Press 1964 HC ***PLEASE NOTE*** This is a buy-it-now listing (not an auction) and we only have one in stock! Buy it now and get it quick with free shipping (domestic customers)! Condition Notes: Tight binding! Pages crisp/clean/unmarked! Hardcover has some VERY light edge wear, otherwise in EXCELLENT condition! Dustjacket has light-to-moderate edge/shelf wear, a couple tiny rips at top edge. Title: History Sacred and Profane Author: Alan Richardson Format: Hardcover Publication Year: 1964 Edition: First Edition Publisher: SCM Press Number of Pages: 294 Summary: History Sacred and Profane examines the intersections of religious, political, and cultural history. Richardson argues that the religious and secular aspects of history are mutually dependent and that each contributes to our understanding of the past. He also explores the ways in which religion has been used to shape politics, culture, and social behavior. Through a wide range of examples, Richardson shows how religious and secular matters have shaped and been shaped by history. He also examines how religious ideas have shaped and been shaped by culture and society. The book provides an engaging and comprehensive overview of how religion has been both a force for change and a source of continuity throughout history. About the Author: Alan Richardson (1937-2015) was an English author, teacher, and educational consultant who wrote extensively on the history of religion, literature, and education. He was best known for his book History Sacred and Profane, which was a comprehensive overview of the history of religious belief and practice from ancient times to the present. Richardson was born in 1937 in London, England, and educated at Oxford University, where he earned his doctorate in history in 1965. He taught in the United Kingdom and the United States and was a visiting professor at various universities around the world. He was a prolific writer, having authored or edited over 50 books and numerous articles in various academic journals. His works were widely acclaimed and he was the recipient of numerous awards, including two honorary doctorates and the British Academy Medal for his contribution to the study of history. Guarantee: We review/examine everything thoroughly and attempt to disclose any imperfections to you in our listings. We always error on the side of caution; we want you to be completely satisfied when you receive an item from our store! If, however, you receive an item from us that is not in the condition you expected from our listing, please let us know. We will be more than happy to arrange for an exchange or refund upon return. Check out our store for more great items!

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