The Lion Encyclopedia of World Religions

The Lion Encyclopedia of World Religions

by David Self (Author)

Synopsis

This illustrated high-quality reference book provides schools and families with concise, accurate and age-appropriate information on the variety of faiths that have existed and are current in the world today. The contents cover: What is Religion? Ibrahamic religions (Judaism, Christianity, Islam); Eastern religions (Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism); East Asian religions (Jainism, Religions of China and Japan); and, Modern religions (the Baha'i faith, new age movements). The book includes an element of storytelling from the faiths, together with prayers and scriptures and is illustrated with photographs, maps and diagrams throughout.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
Pages: 128
Edition: 1
Publisher: Lion Hudson Plc
Published: 20 Jun 2008

ISBN 10: 0745949835
ISBN 13: 9780745949833
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years

Media Reviews
This book has won a firm fan. Ideal for teachers as well as students . . . In an increasingly multicultural world, this is an essential read for anyone wanting to know about religion. Loads of pictures and photos make this easily the best book of its kind. Jon Hancock, children's book buyer for Borders UK
Author Bio
David Self is the author of several books on religion for children, including The Lion Children s Treasury of Classic Verse, The Lion Encyclopedia of Christianity, The Lion Treasury of Saints, and The Loyola Treasury of Saints.