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Historical Theology: An Introduction to the History of Christian Thought Second Edition
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Product Description Freshly updated for this second edition with considerable new material, this authoritative introduction to the history of Christian theology covers its development from the beginnings of the Patristic period just decades after Jesus's ministry, through to contemporary theological trends. A substantially updated new edition of this popular textbook exploring the entire history of Christian thought, written by the bestselling author and internationally-renowned theologianFeatures additional coverage of orthodox theology, the Holy Spirit, and medieval mysticism, alongside new sections on liberation, feminist, and Latino theologies, and on the global spread of ChristianityAccessibly structured into four sections covering the Patristic period, the Middle Ages and Renaissance, the reformation and post-reformation eras, and the modern period spanning 1750 to the present day, addressing the key issues and people in eachIncludes case studies and primary readings at the end of each section, alongside comprehensive glossaries of key theologians, developments, and terminologySupported by additional resources available on publication at www.wiley.com/go/mcgrath Amazon.com Review More to Explore: See More McGrath Titles Title Historical Theology Christian Theology Theology Reformation Thought An Introduction to the History of Christian Thought An Introduction The Basics An Introduction Guide Type Textbook Textbook Textbook Textbook Audience Level Introductory Introductory Introductory Introductory Pages 320 536 256 326 List Price $49.95 $51.95 $29.95 $44.95 Publication Date July, 2012 October, 2010 September, 2011 March, 2012 Author(s) Alister E. McGrath Alister E. McGrath Alister E. McGrath Alister E. McGrath Imprint Wiley-Blackwell Wiley-Blackwell Wiley-Blackwell Wiley-Blackwell Print Book 0470672862 1444335146 0470656751 0470672811 Kindle Book B008D30RKE B0089VT6A2 B006F6AWQU B006K4HQWK Edition 2nd 5th 3rd 4th Brief Description An authoritative exploration of the history of Christian theology from the Patristic period to present-day developments. An ideal introduction to the history, sources & methods, and key figures of Christian thought. An engaging introduction to core topics of Christianity discussing them in relation to the Bible and key theologians. This classic text introduces the central ideas and developments of the European Reformations to readers of history and theology. Review “HISTORICAL THEOLOGY is a great book for seminary students or any just interested in theology. McGrath covers a lot of material in a relatively short book, and he keeps it interesting throughout." (Tom-farr.blogspot.com, 1 August 2013) Review “Praise for the previous edition”"This approach is very well-pitched for the intended readership, particularly those who are teaching themselves. Historical Theology is an excellent resource, both for the teacher and student." Morwenna Ludlow, St John's College, Oxford"Perhaps for the first time an expansive and ecumenical survey of Christian Theology has been produced that can be read with the same ease as a serious but gripping novel... This book will serve as an invaluable tool: it locates theological innovation and controversy in its context-specific situation." G.W.P. McFarlane, London Bible College“Useful in undergraduate courses, as well as in introductory seminary ones. McGrath’s prose is clear and precise. He is very good at articulating distinctions between concepts ... Historical Theology would be a valuable reference book to have in one’s library ... As one already hooked on historical theology, this reader found her interest renewed and expanded numerous times by McGrath’s book.” The Journal of Religion (of the previous edition) From the Inside Flap Praise for the previous edition"Useful in undergraduate courses, as well as in introductory seminary ones. McGrath's prose is cl
