On the Classification of Books: A Paper Read Before the American Library Association, May, 1882 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Lloyd Pearsall Smith

 
9780331811940: On the Classification of Books: A Paper Read Before the American Library Association, May, 1882 (Classic Reprint)

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This book is a compelling introduction to the study of religious systems around the world. Considered one of the first real attempts at organizing every known religion into a cohesive system of understanding, it has remained a seminal work in its field since its publication in 1835. The author was a pioneer in his field, and the influence of this remarkable work can still be found in religious studies today. The book includes detailed analyses of topics such as religious doctrines, observances, rituals, ceremonies, and histories of each religion, presented in a manner that emphasizes the commonalities between them while acknowledging their unique distinctions.

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