Sacred: Books of the Three Faiths - Judaism, Christianity, Islam

Sacred: Books of the Three Faiths - Judaism, Christianity, Islam

by John Reeve (Author)

Synopsis

This official exhibition catalogue illustrates and describes the exquisite and rare examples of Jewish, Christian and Muslim sacred texts from the Library's collections - considered to be one of the greatest in the world - alongside treasures on loan. It also contains essays by three leading scholars of religion that explore aspects of the three faiths - their development through history and their meaning in the world today. It includes essays by Karen Armstrong, Everett Fox and F.E. Peters. It includes contributions by Colin Baker, Kathleen Doyle, Scot McKendrick, Vrej Nersessian and Ilana Tahan.

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Format: Illustrated
Pages: 224
Edition: 1
Publisher: British Library Publishing Division
Published: 15 Apr 2007

ISBN 10: 0712349553
ISBN 13: 9780712349550

Author Bio
John Reeve was head of education at the British Museum from 1982 2003. He has published extensively on Japanese art, world religions, museology, and education.