Synopses & Reviews
This succinct yet comprehensive encyclopedia presents Christianity in both its historical context and as a religion with great contemporary diversity. From figures and events of the earliest years to twentieth-century movements. Parrinder combines detail with breadth and remains clear and concise throughout.
Synopsis
Written by the well-known author Geoffrey Parrinder, this is a succinct yet comprehensive encyclopedia to the largest of the world's faiths. Christianity is presented both in its historical context and as a religion with great contemporary diversity. From figures and events of the earliest years to twentieth century movements, and from western to African and Asian churches, Parrinder combines detail with breadth and remains clear and concise throughout.