The Lion Encyclopedia of Christianity

An introduction to Christianity, its history, beliefs and traditions, generously illustrated with maps, photographs and diagrams. Organised thematically, rather than in true encyclopedic format, there are chapters on Church worship and festivals, the Christian Church in different parts of the world, as well as a useful section on issues facing the Church today, such as medical debate and euthanasia, fundamentalism and Church unity. David Self is a respected author in this field and his text is accessible and direct. A timely publication with the announcement of a new RE syllabus with an emphasis on the teaching of Christianity for implementation in 2008, it will prove a useful resource for library and classroom use as well as for assemblies.