USA, February 25, 2002: Noted religion author and editor Ira Rifkin is seeking Hindus who have written and spoken extensively about economic and cultural globalization for inclusion in his forthcoming book on religious attitudes toward globalization and how globalization has impacted religion. The book is intended as a general introduction to the subject for readers with a religious/spiritual perspective, or having an interest in that perspective. Nine or more traditions, including Hinduism, will be surveyed. Separate chapters will be devoted to each of the traditions. Activists, theologians, academics, religious/spiritual leaders and others from the pro- and anti-globalization camps are sought. Ira writes, “I’m looking for Hindus who can articulate the views toward economic and cultural globalism that are dominant in the Hindu world. I’m also interested in how Hinduism as a religion has been changed by globalism, and how Hindus, long members of a global religious/ethnic/national culture, cope with the rootlessness that accompanies globalization.” HPI readers are invited to e-mail him at “source” above with their recommendation, including contact information. Because the book is being written for a North American audience, it would be best if those recommended lived in North America.
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