Encyclopedia of monasticism
By: editor, William M. Johnston ; photo editor, Claire Renkin.
Contributors: Johnston, William M., 1936-
Publisher: Fitzroy Dearborn
Published: 2000
Place of publication: Chicago; London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 1556
Subjects: Monasticism and religious orders -- Encyclopedias; Monasticism and religious orders, Buddhist -- Encyclopedias
Genres: Encyclopedias.
Description: "This well-written, well-researched reference source brings together monastic life with particular attention to three traditions: Buddhist, Eastern Christian, and Western Christian."--"Outstanding Reference Sources," American Libraries, May 2001.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: v. 1. A-L; title: v. 2. M-Z.