a 'state-of-the-art' report which provides an introduction to the field or further development of exploration of it. It would seem to seve best as the former...as a way of promoting the field and exploring some of its main issue the Handbook works well. It is an interesting, stimulating, and useful book, well researched and well written. Tony Watling, Journal of Contemporary Religion ...essential work. Nigel Cooper, The Church Times This is truly a ray of light among all the messages of doom. Northern Echo (Darlington/ South Durham) A main strength of this book is the broad perspective it offers on the main religious traditions in the world. It is well worth reading for the information on comparative aspects among the main religions and religious philosophies ... a most valuable document Luc Hens, International Journal of Environment and Pollution
