A SPECTATOR'S GUIDE TO WORLD RELIGIONS: an introduction to the big five
ISBN 1920935428 + 1920935436
by John Dickson + Workbook by Simon Smart
Published by Blue Bottle Press + CEP
Comments made by the judges:
"This engaging, well-written book provides a clear, accessible, unbiased and balanced presentation of the major faiths. The history and belief systems of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam are outlined without attempting to critique them from a Christian viewpoint. The section for each major religion comprises sections on its origins and an overview of its history, surveys its major teachings, identifies its major streams or types, then concludes with a single page summary and a list of helpful and official Websites."
"The workbook accompanying this book is an exceptional resource. Interviews with Australian members of the major religions give authentic expression to their beliefs and spiritual practices. Although designed for use with secondary school students, it would work equally well for mature adult groups."
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