Karen Armstrong

b. 1944

1 series 4 books in order 3 standalone books

Karen Armstrong is a British author and commentator known for her works on comparative religion. She was once a Roman Catholic religious sister and later transitioned from a conservative to a more liberal and mystical Christian faith. Armstrong is recognized as a scholar in the field of comparative religion and has written extensively on religious themes. Her background in religious studies and her personal spiritual journey have influenced her literary work.

Born: 1944
Known for: Eminent Lives

Series by Karen Armstrong

Eminent Lives

2 books in order · 2006–2007

Muhammad: A Prophet for Our Time

2006 · Karen Armstrong

Muhammad: A Prophet For Our Time is a 2006 non-fiction book by British writer Karen Armstrong. It is part of the "Eminent Lives" series, which…
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Shakespeare

2007 · Bill Bryson

Shakespeare: The World as Stage is a 199-page biography of William Shakespeare by Bill Bryson. Part of HarperCollins' "Eminent Lives" series, the…
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Standalone books

A Short History of Myth

2005
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A history of God

2004
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Islam

2000
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Frequently asked questions

How many books has Karen Armstrong written?

We list 4 books by Karen Armstrong across 1 series, published between 2000–2007 — each shown in full reading order.

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