Religion and Conspiracy Theories

<p><em>Religion and Conspiracy Theories: An Introduction</em> is the first accessible volume to systematically examine the relationship between religion and conspiracy theories in the contemporary world in critical and historical perspective.</p><p>It lays out the historical development of these important categories considers different theoretical approaches and looks at case studies of conspiracy theories in religion about religion and as religion. It maintains a critical perspective throughout on the relationship between truth and power and in the process provides a fresh perspective on belief and worldviews in our modern world.</p><p>Designed for use in the classroom the book features helpful diagrams and resources for teachers. It is an essential read for all students of religion and conspiracy theories as well as scholars of politics religious studies sociology anthropology and cultural studies.</p>