The Beginnings of Religion - 9781138641747

Taylor & Francis

The Beginnings of ReligionAn introductory and Scientific Study\nAuthor(s): E.O. James\nFormat: Paperback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781138641747, 978-1138641747\nSynopsis\nIn this book, first published in 1948, an attempt has been made to provide an intelligible introduction to a somewhat complex aspect of scientific inquiry. And secondly, to construct a background of primitive ritual and belief against which the more developed religions can be placed. This book is a valuable, early attempt at explaining the beginnings of religion from a modern scientific viewpoint.