Product Description: In the 6th century B.C., Prince Siddhartha Gautama, the man destined to become the Buddha, was born. After having a series of four visions, he sought religious enlightenment and established original Buddhism. Here is his story and the history of his philosophy and the related religions and beliefs that have flourished for more than two millennia, all told in a clear and engaging text illustrated with art, photography, and 200 full-color illustrations...read more

Product Description: The Koran "descended" upon a single man in the brief period of 23 years, during which Muhammad managed to unite the peoples of Arabia in one of history’s great religious movements. Follow Muhammad’s accomplishments and assess his great influence on Islam in this heavily illustrated account of his life, teachings, and contributions...read more

Reproductions of the works of the Italian Renaissance painter are accompanied by examinations of his style and techniques