World Religions is a refreshing new approach to understanding different faiths. Detailed annotations to stunning illustrations provide intriguing insights into the world's most important religions - offering a deeper appreciation of the beliefs central to each. The Evolution of Major Faiths World Religions looks at the beliefs and practices of many different religions from the ancient Egyptians through to Zoroastrianism - the oldest living religion - and the great faiths practised today. Each of the major faiths - Christianity Judaism Hinduism Buddhism Jainism Sikhism and Islam - is examined in detail through its sacred texts epic imagery key beliefs and religious artefacts. Unrivalled Insight The distinctive identities of different faiths are explored in World Religions by studying the main principles and thinking of each religion. The book's generous size and superb reproduction allow the symbolism and meaning in religious imagery and iconography to be revealed in great detail. Accessible and far-reaching World Religions will engage the whole family as much as the serious student.