Spanning all periods of history, this book has more than 3000 A-Z entries covering major faiths and ideologies from Hinduism, Islam and Christianity to scientology, pantheism and witchcraft. Intended as a quick reference for the general reader and as a useful tool for academics and scholars. The book comprises terminology, biographies, descrptions of the development of each faith, rituals and festivals, spanning all periods, places and ideals.