The Philosophy of Religion: A Critical Introduction

Clack, Beverley and Clack, Brian R.

ISBN 10: 0745617387 / ISBN 13: 9780745617381

Verlag: Polity Press, 2000

Beschreibung

Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. Though second-hand, the book is still in very good shape. Minimal signs of usage may include very minor creasing on the cover or on the spine.

Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers CHL3101420

Bibliografische Details

• Titel: The Philosophy of Religion: A Critical Introduction
• Verlag: Polity Press
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2000
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN-10: 0745617387
• ISBN-13: 9780745617381
• Einband: Paperback
• Zustand: Used; Very Good

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Inhaltsangabe

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.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

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.