Martyrdom: A Very Short Introduction

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Author	: Jolyon Mitchell
Publisher	: Oxford University Press
Total Pages	: 161
Release	: 2012-11-29
ISBN-10	: 9780199585236
ISBN-13	: 0199585237
Rating	: 4/5 (36 Downloads)

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Book Synopsis Martyrdom: A Very Short Introduction by : Jolyon Mitchell

Book excerpt: Martyrdom is a controversial topic, with a long history of provoking fierce debate. In this Very Short Introduction Jolyon Mitchell provides a historical analysis to understand the contemporary debates surrounding martyrdom. Using examples from a variety of contexts around the world, he explores how it has evolved, and what it means today.

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