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by Bernard Picart (Author), Jean Frédéric Bernard (Created by)
First published in the early 18th century, this landmark work is one of the most comprehensive and wide-ranging studies of religious customs and practices ever produced. The book includes detailed accounts of the religious traditions of various cultures, including the Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Hindu, and Chinese faiths, and is illustrated with more than 200 engravings by the noted artist Bernard Picart.
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