Dimensions
130 x 199 x 7mm
Religion is rarely out of the news! We hear about religions of the world in connection with politics, education, ethical decisions and medicine. Religion is much more than ceremony and worship. It is a vital part of the way of life and culture of millions of people across the globe. Discover the ideas of the great religions and of those who inspired them; find out about holy places and scriptures and unravel the varying spiritual terms and ideas. This book provides a fresh look at key ideas in world religions through short easy-to-read entries, which can be assimilated one-by-one.
'Teach Yourself 101 Key Ideas' is a new series designed to provide a quick way into a particular subject. This book contains short accounts of 101 key ideas arranged in alphabetical order. Each account gives an interesting and informative summary of the term, which will be useful whether you are at a college or university, or reading for general interest. You need not read the book cover to cover; just dip in when you come across a term you don't know.
