Understanding religions - Ronald Geaves

Part of the best-selling ismsseries, this is an easy to use guide to world religions. From the major religions to specific sects and denominations, it gives a practical introduction to all the significant isms that have shaped world religion.For each ism, there is a definition, an introduction to the topic andkey words as well as suggestionsof other isms that the reader might be interested in. The religions areillustrated with images of the art and architecture representative ofthe religion. In the appendix there is a glossary, a map of the worldshowing where the religions are primarily based, a list of festivalsand other useful information.
This book, with its strong illustrative matter from art andarchitecture, is a handy companion volume to the first two books in theseries. It is also a useful reference for people interested in worldreligions.