War and Religion: An Encyclopedia of Faith and Conflict [3 volumes]

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This three-volume reference provides a complete guide for readers investigating the crucial interplay between war and religion from ancient times until today, enabling a deeper understanding of the role of religious wars across cultures. Containing some 500 entries covering the interaction between war and religion from ancient times, the three-volume War and Religion: An Encyclopedia of Faith and Conflict provides students with an invaluable reference source for examining two of the most important phenomena impacting society today. This all-inclusive reference work will serve readers researching specific religious traditions, historical eras, wars, battles, or influential individuals across all time periods. The AZ entries document ancient events and movements such as the First Crusade that began at the end of the 10th century as well as modern-day developments like ISIS and Al Qaeda. Subtopics throughout the encyclopedia include religious and military leaders or other key people, ideas, and weapons, and comprehensive examinations of each of the major religious traditions' views on war and violence are presented. The work also includes dozens of primary source documentseach introduced by a headnotethat enable readers to go directly to the source of information and better grasp its historical significance. The in-depth content of this set benefits high school and college students as well as scholars and general readers.

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[A]ccomplishes its goal of exploring the intersection of religious faith and military conflict. Summing Up: Recommended. High school through undergraduate students; general readers. * Choice *
A stellar, comprehensive addition that will shed light on the subject for a wide range of readers, including high school and college students and general readers interested in religion or history. * Library Journal, Starred Review *
This is a good introduction to the topic, and provides a jumping-off point for interested students. . . . Recommended. * School Library Connection *

Author Bio

Jeffrey M. Shaw, PhD, is professor of strategy and policy in the College of Distance Education at the Naval War College, Newport, RI. Timothy J. Demy, ThD, PhD, is professor of ethics in the College of Operational and Strategic Leadership at the Naval War College, Newport, RI.