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(3.12) | 1 | Written by two recognized authorities on nontraditional religious movements, this resource is one of the most comprehensive books on angels and related topics currently available. More than 300 entries are included and drawn from multiple religions, such as Christianity, Islam, and Hindu traditions, as well as from pop culture. A variety of angel topics are discussed, including celebrity angels, classifications of angels, obscure angels still waiting for their big break, guardian angels, fallen angels, Anaheim angels, biblical figures associated with angels, angels in art and architecture, and angels in the media and literature. Angels are also discussed in terms of the occult and metaphysics, with entries on UFOs, fairies, and witches. A comprehensive resource section lists movies, books, magazines, and organizations related to angels.… (more) |
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▾Book descriptions Written by two recognized authorities on nontraditional religious movements, this resource is one of the most comprehensive books on angels and related topics currently available. More than 300 entries are included and drawn from multiple religions, such as Christianity, Islam, and Hindu traditions, as well as from pop culture. A variety of angel topics are discussed, including celebrity angels, classifications of angels, obscure angels still waiting for their big break, guardian angels, fallen angels, Anaheim angels, biblical figures associated with angels, angels in art and architecture, and angels in the media and literature. Angels are also discussed in terms of the occult and metaphysics, with entries on UFOs, fairies, and witches. A comprehensive resource section lists movies, books, magazines, and organizations related to angels. ▾Library descriptions No library descriptions found. ▾LibraryThing members' description
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While much has been written about angels throughout history, no single source exaines them as thoroughly or as thoughtfully as Angels A to Z. You'll discover how ancient, contemporary, & pop culturs reprsent angels in their mytholog, folklore, architecture, art, literature, & religion. Among the 300 angel-related topics axplored are: Gabriel, Michael, Lucifer, & other biblical angels; different classifications of angels, such as the Valkyries from Norse mythology & Hafaza from Islamic tradition. Major authors write about angels & artists who depict angels are represented. Also included are fictional characters, including Clarence frm the movie It's a Wonderful Life, as well as angels on television. ngels A to Z's easy-to-use index helps you find exactly what you're looking for. Just let your fascination take wing!  | |
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