Description: "Students are encouraged to consider how the study of religion in Latin American and Latinx contexts of North America necessarily pushes against fixed boundaries of nation, language, class, race, and culture. Topics covered in the book include the Bible and Latinx, Muslims in the Latinx U.S. and Latinx Americas, Catholicism in Mexico, and Brazilian Migrational Christianity in North America. The book is illustrated throughout with over 85 images and each chapter contains suggested further reading. A glossary of key terms and concepts is included"--
Brief description: Lloyd D. Barba is Assistant Professor of Religion at Amherst College, USA.
Review Quotes:
"This informative volume distinctively examines Latin American, Caribbean, Central American, and US Latinx religions in an integrated manner. Broad in its methodological, ecumenical, and interfaith scope, the volume provides a superb introduction to the study of Latinx religions for both experts and newcomers alike." --Timothy Matovina, author of Latino Catholicism: Transformation in America's Largest Church, USA
"A much-needed and excellent resource for students and faculty. The volume is comprehensive, and Dr. Barba and his contributors are the best scholars writing about the complexity and diversity of Latin American and US Latino Religions today. Highly recommend." --Kristy Nabhan-Warren, Professor of Religious Studies, The University of Iowa, USA "Latin American and US Latino Religions in North America offers scholars, practitioners, and students a great snapshot of the variety within Latino religious life. The chapters are beautifully written with attention to complicating how faith integrates with daily life and culture for Latin Americans. Through the inclusion of diverse practices and peoples, the collection excellently represents the variety and nuance of Latino religiosity." --International Journal of Latin American Religions