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Atlas of the world's religions /edited by Ninian Smart and Frederick W. [id est M. Denny ; [cartographic editor, Ailsa Heritage ; cartography, Advanced Illustration Limited.

Contributor(s): Material type: MapMapPublication details: Oxford ; New York, New York : Oxford University Press, (c)2007.Edition: second editionDescription: 1 atlas (272 pages) : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 33 cmContent type:
  • cartographic image
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 9780195334012
Subject(s): Genre/Form: LOC classification:
  • G1046 .A853 2007
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  • COPYRIGHT: Use of this publication is limited to a maximum of the greater of (a) 20% of any single Work and (b) two chapters or articles, in any single course.
Contents:
The historical geography of religion -- The world's religions. The Hindu world -- Buddhism -- East Asian traditions -- The Pacific -- The ancient Near East and Europe -- Judaism -- Christianity -- Islam -- Africa -- Indigenous religions.
Subject: This superbly illustrated and organized reference source is the first comprehensive visual guide to the world's religious traditions. With text by leading experts, and lavishly illustrated with photographs, thematic maps, site reconstructions, and tables and charts, many in full color, the Atlas charts the origin, growth, and spread of all major faiths. A survey of contemporary religious life, its historical background, and a glossary, index, and list of resources enhance the research value of the book.
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Reference (Library Use ONLY) G. Allen Fleece Library res G1046.S637.A853 2007 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) Available Digital/Print Sharing - 2 chapters permitted 31923001225917

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Religion today -- The historical geography of religion -- The world's religions. The Hindu world -- Buddhism -- East Asian traditions -- The Pacific -- The ancient Near East and Europe -- Judaism -- Christianity -- Islam -- Africa -- Indigenous religions.

This superbly illustrated and organized reference source is the first comprehensive visual guide to the world's religious traditions. With text by leading experts, and lavishly illustrated with photographs, thematic maps, site reconstructions, and tables and charts, many in full color, the Atlas charts the origin, growth, and spread of all major faiths. A survey of contemporary religious life, its historical background, and a glossary, index, and list of resources enhance the research value of the book.

COPYRIGHT NOT covered - Click this link to request copyright permission:

COPYRIGHT: Use of this publication is limited to a maximum of the greater of (a) 20% of any single Work and (b) two chapters or articles, in any single course.

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