Religion and Politics in a Global Society: Comparative Perspectives from the Portuguese-Speaking World

“Theoretically sophisticated and methodologically eclectic, this collection is a pleasure to read. The contributors have provided a marvelous account of an unlikely imperial power, as well as nuanced analyses of the multiple political and religious legacies of the Portuguese colonial experience.” ―Ted G. Jelen, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

“This is a fascinating collection of essays on the complex role played by the Catholic Church in Portugal and the Portuguese colonies. Full of little known facts and intriguing insights, this collection is an excellent argument for interdisciplinary work and the need to study religious institutions as political actors.” ―Nancy Bermeo, University of Oxford

Paul Christopher Manuel is professor of political science at Mount Saint Mary’s University.

Alynna J. Lyon is associate professor of political science at the University of New Hampshire.

Clyde Wilcox is professor of government at Georgetown University.