Encyclopedia of Heaven [Paperback]

Miriam Van Scott (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0756756219 | ISBN-13: 978-0756756215 | Publication Date: May 2001

Encylopedia of Heaven is the information catalog that illuminates and indexes the diverse interpretations of the world to come, and provides lively and entertaining depictions of the next plane (for some of us).The book lists hundreds of images of utopia collected from across the globe and throughout human history. Sources include myth, religion, art, literature, contemporary fiction, opera, drama, pop culture, music, film and television. The book contains more than 50 remarkable photographs of spectacular visions of Heaven.

Painstakingly researched, The Encyclopedia of Heaven is the perfect bookend to its companion -- The Encyclopedia of Hell.

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Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Van Scott puts humanity's fascination with the afterlife in alphabetical order, offering many images of the blessed realm. The book chronicles the diverse interpretations of paradise, and the reader will glean many insights along the way into the origins and implications of heaven. As in her earlier Encyclopedia of Hell (LJ 9/1/98), Van Scott's careful research shows in the clear portrayal of ancient mythologies, organized religions, and secular works of art and literature through the ages. Few readers will be able to stop at just one or two entries. "Advertising" includes examples of using heavenly images to sell. Under "Animals," Van Scott raises the question whether animals exist in heaven. She draws parallels between the Elysian Fields, the Christian paradise, Islam's Djanna paradise, and the Jewish heaven. A helpful, accessible, entertaining addition to all public library reference collections; highly recommended for all libraries.?Leroy Hommerding, Citrus Cty. Lib. System, Inverness, FL
Copyright 1999 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Miriam Van Scott is the author of the Encyclopedia of Hell. She lives with her family in Manassas, Virginia. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 277 pages
• Publisher: Diane Pub Co (May 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0756756219
• ISBN-13: 978-0756756215
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,861,810 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Miriam Van Scott, originally from the Washington, D.C. area, has done editorial work / screenwriting for such prestigious media as The History Channel, ABC World News, The Learning Channel, Good Housekeeping Magazine, Gannett, ABC's 20/20, Paramount Entertainment Group, Media General Cable, National Public Radio and others. Her books Encyclopedia of Hell and Encyclopedia of Heaven have been translated into numerous languages and are used in universities throughout the world.

Her first children's book, Candy Canes in Bethlehem, was published in 2009 and features vibrant illustrations and information on Christmas traditions from cultures around the globe. It was featured as a women in business "Success Story" on CNBC's The Suze Orman Show. She hosts a related website --- DiscoveringChristmas.com --- that offers stories, craft ideas, recipes, activities and other info on Christmas customs from all corners of the world.

Customer Reviews

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars All---or nearly all---you need to know about heaven!, April 5, 1999

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Leon Fletcher (Ben Lomond, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Encyclopedia of Heaven (Hardcover)

From "ABA"---creator of earth and the lord of heaven, according to the Choctaw, Native Americans of Louisiana---to "ZOROASTRAIN HEAVEN"---ancient prophet, Zoroaster, contemportary of Confucius--- this is truly a major work in its field. It cites such diverse sources as "Saturday Night Life," animated cartoons, advertising, the film "Highway to Heaven," near death experiences, and seemingly every significant religious leader of every persuasian, and every major written work concerned with heaven. Fun to read, fact-packed, well-written, as well as a good reference, illustrated extensively. If you're like most of us---wondering about what's next after life---this is THE book from which to gather truly diverse views on which to establish your own belief.

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Another Example of kindergarten scholarship, June 25, 2008

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Alex Fuentes "Ralph the Hurler" (Oak Town, NoCal) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Encyclopedia of Heaven (Paperback)

Don't buy this book, don't look at this book, don't read this book, if you see this book, run as fast as you can in the opposite direction. It's just another example of a book written for maybe ages 2-6. It contains absolutely nothing of any use to anyone one interest in any kind of scholarhip. Like her Encyclopedia of Hell, she covers inanely dumb topics while not addressing in any kind of depth or skipping entirely important topics. It's like a 6-grader having to do a 3 page report and just saying anything and everything to try to fill up the pages while making absolutely no attempt to say anythng intelligent or of interest. Please do you and me a favor: avoid this book at all costs.