This strongly revised second edition of The Routledge Handbook of Research Methods in the Study of Religion offers the only comprehensive English-language overview of research methods in the study of religion. The book is intended for non-specialists and students at advanced bachelor's and master's level. It promotes interest in lesser-known methods and helps in critically assessing methodological issues in research.
Contents
The handbook contains 39 chapters, of which 21 are new and the rest revised for this edition. In total, 56 authors from 10 countries contribute to a wide range of topics, divided into three parts:
- Methodology: general methodological themes such as comparison, research design, ethics, intersectionality, and theory development.
- Methods: specific methods such as computational techniques, auto-ethnography, text analysis, digital ethnography, discourse analysis, experiments, fieldwork, grounded theory, interviewing, visual analysis, surveys, and videography.
- Techniques: practical techniques including coding, focus groups, photo-elicitation, and experimental surveys.
Each chapter addresses theoretical backgrounds, practical challenges, and applications illustrated with case studies.
Language and Target Audience
The text is in English, suitable for advanced students and researchers (level B2-C2). The handbook is ideal for use in education, academic research, and self-study within religious studies and related disciplines.
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