Encyclopedia of Modern Asia
The Encyclopedia of Modern Asia is a monumental new scholarly work, as expansive in scope as the continent of Asia itself. Under the direction of cultural anthropologist David Levinson, 800 contributors from around the world -- including 25 Asian countries -- provide 6, 000 articles on Modern Asia from a global perspective. The Encyclopedias comparative, cross-cultural approach allows students and researchers to identify the similarities and differences among Asian nations and religions. The work focuses on Asia in the modern world -- including Central Asia, the Middle East and the Far East -- and contemporary issues are given full and authoritative treatment. Historical articles emphasize people, places, events and developments that have had a lasting influence on Asia. Articles also cover Asian relations with Western nations, the relations between nations within Asia and also the flow of people, goods and ideas within Asia and globally. Also includes approximately 1, 000 black-and-white photographs, maps, sidebars and a comprehensive index.
Call Number: Reference DS4 .L48 2002
ISBN: 9780684806174
Publication Date: 2002-11-27
Encyclopedia of Religion by
A 15-volume encyclopedia that covers all aspects of religion from Aaron to Zwingli. Many articles include annotated bibliographies
Call Number: Reference BL31 .E46 2005ISBN: 9780029094808Publication Date: 1986-12-01
Worldmark Encyclopedia of Religious Practices by
"Worldmark Encyclopedia of Religious Practices presents detailed information on current religious practices around the world, with an emphasis on how religion impacts the daily lives of its followers. Entries cover everything from central doctrines and sacred texts to dietary customs and significant holidays. The three-volume set explores 13 major religions, plus 24 sects, and spans Asia and Oceania, Europe, the Americas, Africa and the Middle East. Also includes 300 illustrations, belief tables showing how individual religions are unique and what they share with other religions, a glossary, maps, a cumulative index and much more.
Call Number: Reference BL80.3 .W67 2006ISBN: 9780787666118Publication Date: 2005-11-18
