Religion In Australia. A History

Cover Type: Softcover
Book Condition: Fine
Jacket Condition: None Issued
Publisher: OUP
Publisher Place: Australia
Publisher Year: 1994
Edition: First Edition

Description: 165 pages. Book appears to have hardly been read and is in Fine condition throughout.

Publishers Description: This book examines how various religious beliefs and institutions have influenced Australias history. While focusing on Christianity, Thompson also looks at Aboriginal spirituality as well as religions like Judaism and Islam. His study offers a greater understanding of Australian politicalcultures deriving from religious sectarianism and the often tense relationship between church and state.

ISBN: 9780195535167