Secularisation, Pentecostalism and Violence

"Astonishing in its range of intellectual, historical, and cultural references, this book illuminates the work of a scholar who has been a leader in his field for half a century and still writes with both energy and urgency. David Martin reflects on many of his characteristic concerns - secularisation, pacifism and violence, Pentecostalism, religion and the arts - and in the process constructs an image of sociology as a vital and morally serious calling."

- Simon Coleman, Chancellor Jackman Professor, University of Toronto, Canada

"Along the way in its 194 pages, Martin provides incisive analysis on key trends in contemporary religion that even those who have not kept up with his prolific work can appreciate."

- ReligionWatch Vol. 32, No. 9 July 2017

"For the aspiring sociologist of religion, this book is essential reading. Indeed, many young academics across the humanities would clearly benefit from the long view encapsulated here."

- The Revd Duncan Dormor, Chief Executive of USPG

'Astonishing in its range of intellectual, historical, and cultural references, this book illuminates the work of a scholar who has been a leader in his field for half a century and still writes with both energy and urgency. David Martin reflects on many of his characteristic concerns-secularisation, pacifism and violence, Pentecostalism, religion and the arts-and in the process constructs an image of sociology as a vital and morally serious calling.'

Simon Coleman, Chancellor Jackman Professor, University of Toronto, Canada