The encylopedia of world religions

Written in accessible language and easy-to-use,The Encyclopedia of World Religion, Revised Edition provides young adults with reliable, unbiased information on the world religions, from ancient times to present day.In about 600 entries this edition covers all the major and minor religions of the world, including the religion of the ancient world,the majpor religions praticed around the world today, religions of contemporary indigenous peoples, definitions of the religious symbols and ideas, key leaders and thinkers, and terms and definitions.New entries broden the encyclopedia's representation of the current world events and the impact of these on the world's religion. This book also covers religious fundamentalism - especially within Islam, Christianity, and Hinduism-and documents the burgeoning new religious movements in Latin America, Africa, East Asia and the United States. (http://www.vivagroupindia.com/)