Ronald Inglehart
Ronald Inglehart was a political scientist known for his work on cultural change and modernization. He was a professor at the University of Michigan and a founding figure in the field of comparative politics.
Books
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1. Sacred And Secular
This book explores the complex relationship between the process of secularization and the vitality of religion in the contemporary world. Drawing on a wealth of empirical data from the World Values Survey, which spans nearly 100 countries and covers the beliefs and values of the majority of the world's population, the authors argue that societal modernization leads to a decline in traditional religious values but does not necessarily result in the disappearance of religion. Instead, the nature of religiosity changes, adapting to new social contexts. The analysis delves into how economic development, social progress, and political change influence the secularization process, and conversely, how the persistence of strong religious beliefs can shape societal development. This nuanced examination challenges simplistic narratives about faith and secularism, suggesting that the relationship between the sacred and the secular is both complex and evolving.
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