religion

The daughter of a Jewish father and Baptist mother describes her conversion from Orthodox Judaism to Christianity, and her struggle to balance the two sides of her spiritual self.

Discusses the commonality of Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, and other religious teachings through the universal questions of: how should we live, what happens to us after we die, why does bad stuff happen to good folks, and how can we talk to God?.

This comprehensive volume traces the evolution of Austria, Croatia, and Slovenia, from their earliest civilizations to the present day.

Journalist Christopher Hitchens explains why he believes religion "poisons everything," and presents his arguments for a more secular approach to life.

Argues that belief in God is potentially deadly, exploring the forms God has taken throughout history and around the world and how religion has been used to justify wars, violence, and racism.

Contains the achievements of history's most influential religious thinkers and leaders focusing on Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Sikhism, and Buddhism as well as other belief systems. Blends the biographical comments of their leaders into a summary of each faith.

Offers arguments for and against topics related to religion, including morality and ethics, world religions, and religion in the United States.

A visual guide to world religions that offers brief summaries of the origins, beliefs, traditions, and practices of religions around the world, with emphasis on their artistic and architectural manifestations.

Presents opposing views on some of the most fundamental questions associated with religion.

Presents a collection of twenty-six controversial essays that debate religion's role in world affairs.