Böcker av Christopher Marsh

A comparative survey of the secularization policies of the Soviet Union and China that looks at the suppression, survival, and revival of religion in both countries. It offers original research for an in-depth survey that may interest those studying politics and religion, policies, as well as theories of desecularization.

The reforms of the Soviet and Chinese communist regimes were unparalleled - both in the radical, precedent-setting reforms attempted by the two countries and in the outcomes of these attempts. This book explores this phenomenon. It goes beyond simply discussing the differing initial conditions, the sequencing of reform, and cultural differences.

This book provides the reader with the definitive guide to building services procurement. Each stage within the procurement process is explored by explaining its importance and showing what needsto be done to develop a cohesive strategy.

Voting in Russia has become the only legitimate means for gaining a position of political leadership in the government, or for the transfer of power from one set of leaders to another. This title includes multiple tables and figures that show electoral results and party support.

The author explores the involvement of ordinary people within, alongside and beyond the church, covering topics such as liturgical practice, church office, relations with the clergy, festivity, religious fellowships, cheap print, 'magical' religion and dissent.