The Secular City: Secularization and Urbanization in Theological Perspective (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780691158853)

Since its initial publication in 1965, The Secular City has been hailed as a classic for its nuanced exploration of the relationships among the rise of urban civilization, the decline of hierarchical, institutional religion, and the place of the secular within society. Now, half a century later, this international best seller remains as relevant as when it first appeared. The book's arguments--that secularity has a positive effect on institutions, that the city can be a space where people of all faiths fulfill their potential, and that God is present in both the secular and formal religious realms--still resonate with readers of all backgrounds. For this brand-new edition, Harvey Cox provides a substantial and updated introduction. He reflects on the book's initial stunning success in an age of political and religious upheaval and makes the case for its enduring relevance at a time when the debates that The Secular City helped ignite have caught fire once again.

Author: Harvey Cox
ISBN-10: 0691158851
ISBN-13: 9780691158853
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Language: English
Published: 09/08/2013
Pages: 408
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 8.57h x 5.57w x 1.09d