The Philosophy of Religion: A Critical Introduction - Couverture souple

Clack, Beverley; Clack, Brian R.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0745617387 ISBN 13 : 9780745617381

Editeur : Polity Press, 2000

Synopsis

This exciting textbook combines a clear introduction to the themes traditionally covered in the philosophy of religion with contemporary developments in the discipline. The combination of traditional and alternative approaches makes it the most innovative introduction to the area currently available, while a range of exercises and student features provide a lively and accessible approach to the discipline.Most introductions to the philosophy of religion turn out, in practice, to be philosophic defences of religious belief, concentrating solely on the theistic tradition. This book differs from such an approach by offering a range of alternative views and in particular by examining the human dimension of religion and religious belief. Thus alongside helpful clarifications of such traditional issues as arguments of the existence of God, the problem of evil, and immortality, this book also addresses more neglected areas like natural histories of religion, feminist approaches, and revisionary accounts of religious belief. The book ends with reflections on the future of religion. The Philosophy of Religion will be essential reading for all students of the subject as well as the interested lay reader.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Beverley Clack is Senior Lecturer in Theology and Religious Studies at Roehampton Institute London. Brian R. Clack is Tutor in Philosophy at St.Clare's International College, Oxford.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Polity Press
• Date d'édition: 2000
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0745617387
• ISBN 13: 9780745617381
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 224
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible