Rodnoverie was one of the first new religious movements to emerge following the collapse of the Soviet Union; its development providing an important lens through which to view changes in post-Soviet religious and political life. Rodnovers view social and political issues as inseparably linked to their religiosity but do not reflect the liberal values dominant among Western Pagans. Indeed; among the conservative and nationalist movements often associated with Rodnoverie in Russia; traditional anti-Western and anti-Semitic rhetoric has recently been overshadowed by anti-Islam and anti-migrant tendencies. Providing a fascinating overview of the history; organisations; adherents; beliefs and practices of Rodnoverie this book presents several different narratives; as a revival of the native Russian or Slavic religion; as a nature religion and as an alternative to modern values and lifestyles. Drawing upon primary sources; documents and books this analysis is supplemented with extensive fieldwork carried out among Rodnoverie communities in Russia and will be of interest to scholars of post-Soviet society; new religious movements and contemporary Paganism in general.
#723270 in Books Tiya Miles 2015-10-31Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.59 x .73 x 6.21l; .0 #File Name: 1469626330176 pagesTales from the Haunted South Dark Tourism and Memories of Slavery from the Civil War Era The Steven and Janice Brose Lectures in the Civil War Era
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Perfect Balance between Curiosity and SkepticismBy L. AndersenTales from the Haunted South is very well researched and written and will stay with you long after you've turned the last page.. I've always been fascinated by what the author calls "Dark Tourism;" but never quite grasped why until now. Her descriptions of places she visited and tours she took were so vivid; I could visualize being there with her. The book also tells a lot of history and references other books in case you wish to explore further. You will come away with not only a better understanding of the subject matter; but also of yourself. Don't be surprised if you find yourself lying awake at night; thinking about things you never before considered.I didn't purchase this book on (although it's been on my wish list); but read It elsewhere. For anyone who has a Questia.com account; you can read it there. Whether you get it from ; Questia; or the public library; do read it! It's well worth the effort. I'm now interested in exploring this author's other books.0 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Customerinterestingly absorbing read1 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy lenrocIt was great
