"... an interesting book to satisfy both specialists and those with an interest in particular contributions."·The Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute
"Dilley's introduction offers a lengthy review of the literature on context and should be required reading for anyone interested in this problem. The volume is a welcome addition to the literature and will be useful especially to scholars of ritual studies."·Religious Studies Review
"... a useful handbook for a field very much in need of attention."·SIGNS - Journal of Women in Culture and Society