A New Handbook of Living Religions Revised Edition Contributor(s): Hinnells, John R. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0631182756 ISBN-13: 9780631182757 Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell OUR PRICE: $225.10 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: January 1997 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Religion | Comparative Religion |
Dewey: 291 |
LCCN: 96013842 |
Physical Information: 2.15" H x 6.32" W x 9.24" (3.09 lbs) 920 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Written by a team of leading international scholars in a clear and readable style, this" New Handbook of Living Religions provides a general introduction to the sources and history of the major religions, and an overview of its teachings, practices, popular traditions and twentieth century developments. This new edition not only updates existing chapters but also includes a whole new section on cross-cultural issues and modern diaspora religions in the West. |