religion

The author compares the Christian ethics and history of the "Canterbury Tales" against the beliefs and practices of Moslems, Jews, pagans, and the Tartars and shows that Chaucer wrote with the diverse philosophy, religion, and ethics that coexisted with Christian theology.

Explores how, in the 1960 presidential election, John F. Kennedy overcame the religious issues that had always prevented a Roman Catholic from being elected president and discusses how his campaign turned Kennedy's religious affiliation into a positive part of the campaign, forever changing how religion is viewed in America.

Mitch Albom chronicles the time he spent working with a Jewish rabbi and a Christian pastor, observing their differences and coming to realize the similar ways that they employ faith in their fight for survival. Eventually, Albom begins to understand the links that bind both religions, as well as belief systems everywhere.

Christian minister John Killinger addresses the many objections Christians have to the "Harry Potter" novels, arguing that the books do not teach witchcraft and the occult, but rather are a retelling of the gospels and offer important lessons on morals and the teachings of Jesus.

Contains two books by Jimmy Carter in which he shares his values and experiences and discusses his religious faith.

The author and the characters from the Pooh books engage in dialogue elucidating the Taoist principle of Te, the Way of the Small.

The author describes the lifelong process through which she came to believe in God, discussing the battles she fought with alcohol, food disorders, and the loss of loved ones, and following her search for the spiritual path.

Congressman John McCain explains how he learned about life and honor from his grandfather and father, both four-star admirals in the U.S. Navy.