The Usborne Internet-Linked Encyclopedia of World Religions

The Usborne Internet-Linked Encyclopedia of World Religions offers a thorough introduction to the world's diverse spiritual traditions. It covers the beliefs, historical development, and cultural customs of major religions like Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, and Buddhism, alongside many smaller faiths. Richly illustrated with photographs, drawings, and maps, the book also includes a timeline to help contextualize each religion's history. While the "Internet-Linked" aspect may be dated, the core content remains a valuable resource for children aged 4-11, fostering curiosity and global understanding. It's an excellent tool for school projects or for families seeking to explore different cultures and belief systems.

An exploration of the beliefs, history and customs of the major world religions, as well as many less well-known faiths. It features: photographs and illustrations to help readers understand the faiths; explanatory maps; a time chart to set the religions in context; and recommended Web sites.