How does religious fundamentalism operate in modern global society? This is the second book in a two-volume set analyzes the dynamics of fundamentalism and its relationship to the modern state, the public sphere and globalization. This volume explores the links between fundamentalism and communication: the rise of fundamentalism as a mass media phenomenon, fundamentalist communication in the public sphere, national cultural identities and the rise of a "global society." Expert scholars in the field address specific contemporary and past fundamentalist movements that have emerged from within mainstream Islam, Christianity, Baha'ism, Hinduism, Judaism and Buddhism. This is an important study of an increasingly significant and virulent aspect of modern society, and will be essential reading in the fields of Religion, Politics, Communications and Media Studies.

How does religious fundamentalism operate in modern global society? This book is the first in a two-volume set that analyzes the dynamics of fundamentalism and its relationship to the modern state, the public sphere and globalization. In this first volume, fundamentalism is approached from the perspective of state and community building, ideology and practices within the context of global society, and the ways in which fundamentalism is intertwined with issues of politics, state power, democracy, globalization, political activism and political ideology. Expert scholars in the field address specific contemporary and past fundamentalist movements that have emerged from within mainstream Islam, Christianity, Baha'ism, Hinduism, Judaism and Buddhism. This is an important study of an increasingly significant and controversial aspect of modern society, and will be essential reading in the fields of Religion, Politics and International Relations.

A contemplative photographic journey by Jeffrey Ringer. During his 30 years as a commercial photographer and creative director, Jeffrey has photographed and compiled beautiful photos. With each image, Jeffrey and Jennifer have included contemplative prose with mindful and healing meditations.

Do you feel out of focus? Do you wish you could cleanse all the negative, toxic energy from your life? Do you long to know how to purify yourself, body, soul, and spirit? Do you want to know how to invite powerful spiritual beings into your life? Do you want to experience a profound state of serenity? Do you yearn for more strength and vitality?

For the first time, spiritual teacher, naturopath, and herbalist Jennifer Bailey shares her gentle and natural approach to self-healing. She explains how you can invite the powerful healing energies from high levels of the solar system, channelled through the herbs in your garden, for your own use. You can bring the archangels and fairy kings and queens into your daily life.

Through these amazing techniques, you can learn how to:

cleanse your meridians;

restore your crystal grid;

remove unhealthy blocks;

improve your strength;

feel more vitalised;

awaken your spiritual power;

unleash the power of herbs and plants; and

enjoy increased health.

Once you know how to quickly bring in high beings associated to each colour for everyday use, you can improve your focus, communication, strength, vitality, balance, calmness, and harmony.

"An incredible read, guiding the beginner into initiation and offering valuable insights and practical exercises for all those who are passionate to take the next step."

-Emi Jackson, Reiki practitioner, and massage therapist, Oceania Healing Centre.