This book provides evidence that the emergence of Asian new religious movements (NRMs) was predominantly the result of anti-colonial ideology from local religious groups or individuals. The contributors argue that when traditional religions were powerless to maintain their cultural heritage, the leadership of NRMs adduced alternative principles, and the new teachings of each NRM attracted the local people enough for them to change their beliefs. The contributors argue that, as a whole, the...

This edition contains original illustrations.This Leverton Classic edition of Emma by Jane Austen is designed to retain as much of the original spirit of the novel as it was originally published, while sticking to modern standards of grammar and spelling. It is designed to be affordable and approachable for the casual reader. There is no introduction by an academic. Miss Austen's work speaks for itself. Emma is a bright young lady, who spends her ti...