9780521631396

The World's Religions

Format: Hardcover

ISBN13: 9780521631396

Hardcover|9780521631396


Overview

This book is a revised and updated edition of a popular work, which looks at the world's religions in terms of world history, and as constantly developing systems of belief. Part I traces the development of religions, as they evolved from the traditions of the ancient world. Part II examines the changes to faiths and cultures following the Renaissance and the voyages of conquest and discovery, and asks how, why, and with what effect religions have been refashioned over the ages up to today. In this richly illustrated new edition, religions are described through their symbols, rituals, followers, architecture and art. References, statistics, maps and pictures have been updated and added, illuminating the true nature of each religion. The text has been thoroughly revised to highlight recent developments, such as the spread of Islam, African-American and Hispanic-American religious experience, and women priests.

ISBN-13

9780521631396

ISBN-10

0521631394

Weight

3.31 Pounds

Dimensions

8.00 x 1.25 x 9.75 In

List Price

$88.99

Edition

2nd Edition

Format

Hardcover

Language

English

Pages

608 pages

Publisher

Cambridge University Press

Published On

1998-06-28



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