Christians of the World: Who They Are, Where They Are, and How They Got There Douglas Jacobsen is an English-language textbook about Christianity worldwide. This book is suitable for students in higher education and offers a comprehensive and up-to-date introduction to the global diversity within Christian traditions.
The text describes the four largest Christian movements: Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Protestant, and Pentecostal, together accounting for about 98 percent of the world’s Christians. The book then covers the history of Christianity and its interaction with cultures worldwide. The majority focuses on the characteristics, demographics, and contemporary challenges of Christians in nine regions, including the Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Latin America. The second edition has been revised and expanded with primary sources, maps, tables, and photos, making it a valuable and accessible textbook.
In terms of content, this book aligns with the themes Christianity, History of Religion, and RELIGION / Christianity / General.