End of Days: An Encyclopedia of the Apocalypse in World Religions

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Wendell G. Johnsoneditor

Wendell G. Johnson, PhD, EdD, is head of reference and research at Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL.

End of Days: An Encyclopedia of the Apocalypse in World Religions

20170731

ABC-CLIO

Pages 416
Topics Religion

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End of Days: An Encyclopedia of the Apocalypse in World Religions

Author(s): Wendell G. Johnson
Contributors: Johnson, Wendell;
Abstract:

Covering religious traditions ranging from Buddhism to Christianity to Zoroastrianism and modern apocalyptic movements such as Arun Shinrikyo and the Branch Davidians, this book addresses prophesied end of days from a breadth of perspectives and includes material on often-neglected themes and genres.


• Provides readers with an overview of apocalyptic themes in the world's religious traditions as well as detailed explanations of particular apocalyptic phenomena

• Places popular apocalyptic motifs within the historical context of apocalyptic literature

• Enables a more complete appreciation and understanding of the presence of apocalyptic material in popular culture, literature, and fine arts

• Presents information in a single volume that will serve researchers in public libraries, community college learning resource centers, and college and university libraries

Editor(s): Johnson, Wendell;
SortTitle: end of days: an encyclopedia of the apocalypse in world religions
Author Info:
Wendell G. Johnsoneditor

Wendell G. Johnson, PhD, EdD, is head of reference and research at Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL.

eISBN-13: 9781440839412
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Print ISBN-13: 9781440839405
Imprint: ABC-CLIO
Pages: 416
Publication Date: 20170731

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