Religion in Prison: 'Equal Rites' in a Multi-Faith Society

Beckford, James A.; Gilliat, Sophie

ISBN 10: 0521622468 / ISBN 13: 9780521622462

Published by Cambridge University Press (edition ), 1998

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Religion in Prison: 'Equal Rites' in a Multi-Faith Society
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (edition )
• Publication Date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521622468
• ISBN 13: 9780521622462
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included

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Synopsis

This is the first in-depth study of relations between the Anglican Church and other faiths in the Prison Service Chaplaincy. It examines the increasingly controversial role of Anglican chaplains in facilitating the religious and pastoral care of the increasing population of prisoners from non-Christian backgrounds. Drawing useful contrasts with the situation in the United States, it shows how the struggle for equal opportunities in a multi-faith society is politicizing relations among the Church, the state and religious minorities in England.

Review

"...scholarly and timely volume..." Corrections Managers' Report