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Japanese Religions
Paperback
Main Details
Title |
Japanese Religions
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Michiko Yusa
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Edited by Ninian Smart
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Series | Religions of the World S. |
Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback | Pages:128 | Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 138 |
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Category/Genre | Comparative religion Oriental religions |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780415262842
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Classifications | Dewey:299.56 |
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Audience | Undergraduate | Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly | Professional & Vocational | |
Illustrations |
facsimiles, map
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Imprint |
Routledge
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Publication Date |
14 March 2002 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
This text provides a succinct and balanced overview of Japanese religions. Using a descriptive and original approach, Michiko Yusa covers both major and minor Japanese beliefs including: Shinto, Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism and Confucianism. Written in an accessible and informative style, and assuming no prior knowledge on the part of the reader, this book gives a basic introduction to the faith, it's history, beliefs, and practices, and emphasising modern developments and impacts of the world today.
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