The Bridal Canopy is the story of a poor but devout Galician Jew, Rob Yudel, who wanders the countryside with his companion, Nuta, during the early nineteenth century in search of bridegrooms for his three daughters. At the heart of this work are the stories and the stories within the stories, which the two travelers share on their journey.

This important contribution to the sociology of religion provides an analysis that clarifies the often ironic interaction between religion and society.Berger is noted for his concise and lucid style.

This important contribution to the sociology of religion provides an analysis that clarifies the often ironic interaction between religion and society.Berger is noted for his concise and lucid style.

Influential scholar Peter L. Berger explores the sociological underpinnings of religion and the rise of a modern secular society Acclaimed scholar and sociologist Peter L. Berger carefully lays out an understanding of religion as a historical, societal mechanism in this classic work of social theory. Berger examines the roots of religious belief and its gradual dissolution in m...(展开全部)