Its author, Josiah Conder, was a British architect invited to Japan at the end of the nineteenth century to help create Japan's first Western-style buildings.

First published in 1893, this is a revised edition of the first substantial appreciation of Japanese gardens by a Wester author.

This book provides a detailed and insightful comparison of the world's major religions. Josiah Conder's meticulous research and attention to detail make this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the study of religion.