Surveys over thirty sites around the globe, describing the spiritual significance of each and discussing its architectural details with photographs and maps

This account of holy sites and mysterious ruins aims to capture the spirit of the places themselves. It explains their myths and legends and shows their continu

This extensive work explores the changing world of religions, faiths and practices. It discusses a broad range of issues and phenomena that are related to relig

The world's religions have emerged as one of the greatest geopolitical forces now shaping our lives. Now available in an updated edition, this authoritative atl