Having destabilized dominant assumptions about the nature of religion, there is now a need to develop new ways of thinking about this ever-present phenomenon in global politics. This book outlines a new approach to understanding religion and its relationship with politics in the West and globally for International Relations.
After Secularism: Rethinking Religion in Global Politics
Table of contents
Introduction Subordinating Religion: The Logic of Secularism in International Relations Theory Essentializing Religion: Institutional, Individual and Irrational After Secularism: Relational Dialogism as an Alternative Articulating Religion: Religion, Discourse and Identity in US Politics Revealing Religion: An Alternative Account of Religion and Politics Conclusion