Discover the unique narrative of New Zealand's religious landscape through the engaging pages of 'Bishops, Boozers, Brethren & Burkhas.' Authored by Mike Grimshaw, this exceptional book blends humor and insight, utilizing cartoons from the 1860s to present day to illustrate how religion has been depicted by our nation’s cartoonists. In a country where no comprehensive history of religion exists, this book fills that gap remarkably, providing a cartoon history that reflects both societal changes and the evolution of religious representation in New Zealand. With its 200 well-illustrated pages, this paperback edition not only captures the shifting attitudes towards religion as New Zealand transitioned into a more secular society since the 1970s but also highlights the impactful role of cartoonists in critiquing those changes. Heavily illustrated, 'Bishops, Boozers, Brethren & Burkhas' is perfect for fans of sociology, history, and political commentary. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of how religion and social beliefs have intertwined with our evolving culture, and how cartoonists have served as the vanguard of this dialogue. Easily portable due to its 200 x 260 mm dimensions, this book is an ideal addition to your collection or a great gift for those who appreciate the blend of art and analysis when it comes to social issues. Order now and immerse yourself in this compelling exploration of faith, society, and the power of humor in political discourse.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 200 x 260 mm
Pages: 200
Bind: paperback
Author: Mike Grimshaw Publisher: Fraser Books
Publication Date: 10-05-2019

The Book: Bishops, Boozers, Brethren &Burkhas uses cartoons from 1860s to the present day to discuss the way religion in New Zealand has been represented by our cartoonists. There is no general history of religion in New Zealand so this book is a unique contribution in providing not only a cartoon history of religion in this country but also a history via cartoons. From the 1860s, settlers viewed issues of religion and politics as problematic, but in the main, religion remained part of the fabric of society. However, religion was more of a concern for our cartoonists as New Zealand became an increasingly secular nation from the 1970s onwards. This not only reflects the generation of cartoonists whose work was published from the 1970s but also a shift in New Zealand society more generally. Overall, when religion was less of a contested identity and influence, cartoonists tended to leave religion – and the church alone. However, as the country became, very quickly, a secular society from the 1970s onwards, religion was a target of cartoonists. Religion and the religious were increasingly presented as representing religious and social attitudes and beliefs regarded as out of step with a modern society. The Author: Mike Grimshaw (PhD Otago) is Associate Professor in Sociology at University of Canterbury, New Zealand. A founding series editor for Radical Theologies and Philosophies (Palgrave Macmillan) and founding co-editor of Continental Thought & Theory:(http://ctt.canterbu