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The new Penguin handbook of living religions
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Date(s): 2000
Publisher: Penguin Books London 2000
ISBN: 978-0140514803
Edition: 2
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Scholarly and clear introduction to most of them, from African Religions to Zoroastrianism..
Comprehensive and informative, this survey of active religions has now been completely revised, with all its chapters updated to include modern developments and recent scholarship. This second edition also contains seven new chapters, including chapters on gender issues and spirituality, modern diaspora religions in the West, and new material on modern China. With charts and diagrams to illustrate and clarify the text, THE NEW PENGUIN HANDBOOK OF LIVING RELIGIONS is the definitive guide to understanding the belief systems of the world today. "Excellent ... the authors have provided interesting and readable contributions ... This whole book is a joy to read" The Times Higher Education Supplement
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