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THEOLOGY Comparative Theology Deep Learning Across Religious Borders Francis X. Clooney, SJ. Harvard University, USA “This will be a definitive text which introduces and exemplifies the discipline of comparative theology, as an important part of theology and the study of religions.” Keith Ward, University of Oxford Drawing on the author’s three decades of work in comparative theology, the book discusses the history of the field and the distinctive features of its current practice. It offers a clear sense of the purposes and methods of the discipline, and illustrates how one makes the necessary choices about which traditions to study, and how to focus in manageable areas of comparative study. Several chapters offer full-length examples of comparative theology in practice. This multi-faceted introduction demonstrates that comparative theology can be initiated from within any religious tradition and even in accord with a personally defined spiritual path. 200 pages • March 2010 978-1-4051-7973-7 • HB • £50.00 / €64.90 / US$89.95 / AUD$99.95 978-1-4051-7974-4 • PB • £16.99 / €22.90 / US$29.95 / AUD$34.95 The Modern Theologians Reader Edited by David F. Ford, Mike Higton with Simeon Zahl University of Cambridge, UK ; University of Exeter, UK The Modern Theologians Reader is an accompaniment to the third edition of The Modern Theologians (ed. David F. Ford with Rachel Muers), designed to follow the latter closely in length and structure. As well as standing on its own as a wide-ranging and enjoyable sampler of modern theology, the reader enhances the use of the main volume as a class textbook. Series: The Great Theologians 368 pages • August 2011 978-1-4051-7111-3 • HB • £55.00 / €57.90 / US$89.95 / AUD$89.95 978-1-4051-7110-6 • PB • £19.99 / €25.90 / US$39.95 / AUD$39.95 The Modern Theologians An Introduction to Christian Theology Since 1918 3rd Edition Edited by David F. Ford with Rachel Muers University of Cambridge, UK; University of Leeds, UK “A distinguished and outstanding work.” Theology (of the first edition) New TEXTBOOK Key TEXTBOOK The Modern Theologians provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of the main Christian theologies of the twentieth and twentyfirst centuries. Each chapter is written by a leading theologian and gives a clear picture of a particular movement, topic or individual. Together these provide an unparalleled picture of the development of modern theology. Series: The Great Theologians 848 pages • 2005 978-1-4051-0277-3 • PB • £24.99 / €32.90 / US$59.95 / AUD$49.95 The Future of Christian Theology David F. Ford, University of Cambridge, UK In The Future of Christian Theology, one of the world’s leading theologians tackles the question of how we should think about Christian faith and practice today — and especially tomorrow. With engaging clarity and great insight, the book explores the ways Christian theology in the twenty-first century can face the challenges of our complex religious and secular world in a way that is creative, empathetic, and wise. After addressing the reasons why the past century has been one of the most fruitful in the history of Christian thought, Ford explores some of the most thought-provoking questions in contemporary theological thinking and scholarship. Themes and topics covered include what makes for ‘good theology,’ the relationship of Christian theology to church, academy, society, and other faiths; and what it takes to become a theologian in today’s world. Series: Blackwell Manifestos 256 pages • February 2011 978-1-4051-4272-4 • HB • £50.00 / €65.90 / US$84.95 / AUD$99.95 978-1-4051-4273-1 • PB • £19.99 / €25.90 / US$34.95 / AUD$39.95 Understanding Christian Doctrine Ian S. Markham Virginia Theological Seminary, USA Understanding Christian Doctrine is a wonderfully accessible and lively introduction to the central beliefs of Christianity. Each chapter introduces and explores a key area of doctrine — such as God, the Trinity, the Church, life after death skilfully — taking readers through the main approaches to each topic. Unlike other textbooks, however, Understanding Christian Doctrine then goes on to encourage and show readers how to take a position on these theological issues. 248 pages • 2007 978-1-4051-3152-0 • HB • £55.00 / €71.90 / US$89.95 / AUD$110.00 978-1-4051-3153-7 • PB • £19.99 / €25.90 / US$34.95 / AUD$39.95 Divine Teaching An Introduction to Christian Theology Mark A. McIntosh Loyola University, Chicago, USA New Key TEXTBOOK “Astonishing in its combination of scope, acuity, and accessibility. In short, truly magisterial: this book is in all ways the product of a master theologian working at the top of his game.” Charles T. Mathewes, University of Virginia Divine Teaching: An Introduction to Christian Theology is an imaginative and lively analysis of the Christian way of thinking, offering vivid and informing insights into the history and practice of Christian theology. 272 pages • 2007 978-1-4051-0270-4 • HB • £60.00 / €77.90 / US$99.95 / AUD$120.00 978-1-4051-0271-1 • PB • £20.99 / €26.90 / US$39.95 / AUD$42.95 10 Religion 2011.indd 10 1/6/11 4:11:24 PM
The Open Secret A New Vision for Natural Theology Alister E. McGrath King’s College, London, UK “This is vintage McGrath: confident, capacious in scope, brisk in exposition, decisive in argument.” John Webster, King’s College, Aberdeen Natural theology, in the view of many, is in crisis. Here, Alister E. McGrath sets out a new vision for natural theology, re-establishing its legitimacy and utility. Meeting traditional criticisms head-on, McGrath develops an intellectually rigorous vision of natural theology as a point of convergence between the Christian faith, the arts and literature, and the natural sciences, opening up important possibilities for dialogue, cross-fertilization, and enrichment. Natural theology, he argues, is about seeing nature in a Christian manner, and hence discerning its truth, beauty, and goodness. This major book is certain to be a fundamental resource and stimulus for the growing interest in reclaiming a viable natural theology in the early twenty-first century. 384 pages • 2008 978-1-4051-2692-2 • HB • £65.00 / €83.90 / US$104.95 / AUD$130.00 978-1-4051-2691-5 • PB • £24.99 / €32.90 / US$47.95 / AUD$49.95 Christianity and Contemporary Politics The Conditions and Possibilites of Faithful Witness Luke Bretherton, King’s College, London, UK “Bretherton is one of the most helpful voices engaging culture in a way that results in robust witness and faithful gospel proclamation.” European Journal of Theology Through insightful case studies of faith-based organizations, Christian political activism, and welfare provision in the West, this innovative and informative book shows how Christians can engage politically in a multi-faith, liberal democracy. The case studies include assessments of initiatives such as community organizing, fair trade, and the sanctuary movement. Bretherton integrates debates in political theology with analysis of policy and practice regarding religious, social, political, and economic engagement in the USA, UK, and continental Europe, but avoids presenting an idealized archetype for church-state relations. 272 pages • January 2010 978-1-4051-9968-1 • HB • £50.00 / €64.90 / US$89.95 / AUD$99.95 978-1-4051-9969-8 • PB • £19.99 / €25.90 / US$39.95 / AUD$39.95 THEOLOGY The Blackwell Companion to Natural Theology Edited by William Lane Craig & J. P. Moreland Both of Talbot School of Theology, La Mirada, USA The Blackwell Companion to Natural Theology gathers together original contributions from a variety of leading philosophers to provide a timely and thought-provoking exploration of the nature and existence of God through the beauty and order of the natural world. Each of the in-depth essays draws upon a particular theistic argument, from Contingency and Consciousness to Reason and Religious Experience. Distinguished authors provide analysis and evaluation of each argument, offering original insights and new perspectives on perennial questions. 704 pages • 2009 978-1-4051-7657-6 • HB • £110.00 / €142.00 / US$209.95 / AUD$220.00 The Holy Spirit Classic and Contemporary Readings Edited by Eugene F. Rogers Jr. University of North Carolina at Greensboro, USA In order to clarify and explain the role of the Holy Spirit within the Christian Trinity, this book provides a comprehensive collection of crucial texts relating to the Holy Spirit from Christianity’s earliest origins to the present day. Foundational issues are questioned, critiqued, and clarified by drawing on Greek, Latin, Eastern Orthodox, Mystical, and oft-neglected Syriac and Russian resources from throughout Christianity’s rich history. Organized by place, time, and type, the readings are each prefaced with a theologically informed essay. 360 pages • 2009 978-1-4051-3623-5 • HB • £60.00 / €77.90 / US$104.95 / AUD$120.00 978-1-4051-3624-2 • PB • £20.99 / €26.90 / US$41.95 / AUD$42.95 Theology and Film Challenging the Sacred/Secular Divide Christopher Deacy & Gaye Williams Ortiz University of Kent at Canterbury, UK; Augusta State University, USA This textbook is the ideal introduction to exploring how film can enrich our study of theology, opening up debates surrounding contemporary culture and theological inquiry. The accessible structure lays out both the methods and theological perspectives required for understanding theology through film. Examples of films discussed range from Unforgiven, Jarhead, and The Passion of the Christ, to An Inconvenient Truth, Something’s Gotta Give, and Vanilla Sky. The book is accompanied by website resources available at www.blackwellpublishing.com/theologyandfilm. 264 pages • 2007 978-1-4051-4437-7 • HB • £55.00 / €71.90 / US$94.95 / AUD$110.00 978-1-4051-4438-4 • PB • £19.99 / €25.90 / US$34.95 / AUD$52.95 The Religious Film Christianity and the Hagiopic Pamela Grace, Brooklyn College, CUNY, USA The Religious Film is a welcome introduction to this complex and iconic genre of film. Pamela Grace provides historical, cultural and critical background for religious films from the silent era through today, and explores the genre in its many guises as spectacle, as musical, and as controversy. From The Gospel According to Matthew to Jesus Christ Superstar, from The Passion of Joan of Arc to The Last Temptation of Christ and Jesus of Montreal, The Religious Film captures the glory, gore, and centrality of this important genre. Series: New Approaches to Film Genre 192 pages • 2009 978-1-4051-6025-4 • HB • £50.00 / €65.90 / US$83.95 / AUD$99.95 978-1-4051-6026-1 • PB • £19.99 / €25.90 / US$31.95 / AUD$39.95 11 Religion 2011.indd 11 1/6/11 4:11:26 PM
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