Bruce Lincoln Livres

Dans ce livre qui reprend ses leçons prononcées au Collège de France, Bruce Lincoln propose d'analyser les rapports entre empire, religion et politique, à partir de l'exemple de la Perse achéménide. Il nous invite à un passionnant parcours qui va des historiens grecs aux inscriptions monumentales de Darius via la Bible et les traités de mythologie zoroastriens. La confrontation de ces sources révèle l'importance cruciale dans l'imaginaire impérial achéménide de l'institution du paradis, jardin clos au sein duquel sont réunis toutes sortes de plantes et d'animaux, mais qui est surtout une image microcosmique de la perfection originelle créée par le grand dieu Ahura Mazd(...). Lincoln montre ainsi que loin de n'être qu'un lieu de plaisance et d'insouciance, le paradis perse fonctionne comme le modèle idéologique de l'empire, dont la finalité est de rassembler sous sa domination la totalité des espèces vivantes, végétales et animales, l'humanité comprise. Réunissant des sources insuffisamment lues de concert, Bruce Lincoln montre de manière magistrale ce que doit être une histoire des religions critique et comparative.

Lincoln mounts an argument for the value of comparison, which is often derided as limited and limiting; instead, he shows how carefully considered comparisons can illuminate both subjects.

Exploring the intricate relationships between mythology, the cosmos, and societal structures, this book delves into how ancient narratives shape cultural identities and influence human understanding of the universe. It examines various mythological traditions, highlighting their roles in shaping moral frameworks, social norms, and communal bonds across different civilizations. Through a multidisciplinary lens, it offers insights into the enduring power of myth in contemporary society.

Examining the interplay between religion and imperialism, the book delves into Achaemenian Persia's imperial theology, highlighting dualistic ethics, divine election, and a salvific mission. It explores the Achaemenians' cosmic understanding and moral standing, their motivations for intervening in good versus evil, and their historic purpose of restoring paradise. Lincoln illustrates how these beliefs fueled both their wealth and power and led to contradictions, culminating in a disturbing case of torture that connects historical insights to contemporary issues, including reflections on Abu Ghraib.

For three centuries - beginning with the accession of Mikhail Feodorovich Romanov in 1613 - the Romanov Dynasty ruled Russia. Its reign ended with the execution of Nicholas II and Alexandra in the early 20th century. Noted Russian scholar W. Bruce Lincoln has portrayed the achievement, significance and high drama of the Dynasty as no previous book has done. His use of rare archival materials has allowed him to present a portrait of the Romanovs based on their own writings and those of the persons who knew them.PrefaceAcknowledgmentsA Note on Russian Names and DatesPrologueMuscovite beginnings (1613-1689)Tsars and tsarinas In the eye of the storm The politics of Muscovy The rise of an empire (1689-1796) Eighteenth-century emperors & empresses An imperial city in the makingFrom debauchery to philosophy Imperial aspirations Empire triumphant (1796-1894) The imperial dynasty The new faces of St. PetersburgFrom golden age to iron ageThe colossus of the north The last emperor (1894-1917) Nicky and Sunny: the last Romanovs The approach of disaster Days of war and revolution The last days of the RomanovsNotes and ReferencesWorks CitedIndex

The biography explores St. Petersburg as a symbol of Russian identity, embodying power and resilience despite its harsh environment. Founded by Tsar Peter the Great in an inhospitable marsh, the city transformed into a vibrant political and cultural hub, connecting Russia to Europe. The narrative intertwines the lives of revolutionaries, laborers, tsars, and poets, highlighting the diverse influences that shaped the city's complex history. Through its opulence and suffering, the book reveals the profound human and natural forces that have defined St. Petersburg and its nation.

The Indiana U. Press edition (1978) is cited in BCL3 . A scholarly biography that provides a view of Russian autocracy. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Exploring the dual nature of Siberia as both a prison and a frontier, this narrative history delves into the experiences of Russians in the region. It captures the complexities of life in Siberia, highlighting the struggles, resilience, and diverse stories of those who inhabited this expansive and often harsh landscape. Through a rich tapestry of historical accounts, the book reveals how Siberia shaped the identity and fate of its people.

Assembles a collection of essays that both illustrates and reveals the benefits of his methodology, making a case for a critical religious studies that starts with skepticism but is neither cynical nor crude. This book tackles many questions central to religious study.

Analyzing the 1992 incident in which antinuclear activist Rick Springer disrupted a Las Vegas speech given by former president Ronald Reagan, Lincoln questions Arendt's claims. He does not find a diminution of authority or a fundamental change in the conditions that produce it. Rather, Lincoln finds modern authority splintered, expanded, and, in fact, multiplied as the mechanisms for its construction become more complex - and more expensive. A lively, wide-ranging exploration of the concept of authority, this book will interest anyone concerned with the production and contestation of authority in the modern world.