Early Christians and Animals [Hardcover]

Robert M. Grant (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 19, 1999 | ISBN-10: 0415202043 | ISBN-13: 978-0415202046 | Edition: 1

Early Christians and Animals presents a lively study of the significance of animals in early Christian thought, tradition, text and art.
Robert M. Grant:
* examines the diverse and often conflicting sources, from the pagan antecedents Aristotle and Pliny, to Biblical animal references and the Church fathers
* provides fresh translations of key texts concerning animals - the Physiologus, Basils homilies and Isidores chapters.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Grant has collected some very useful information in his newest book....Grant is an established scholar who brings his many skills to this volume....there are many gems here...it is an important contribution to this growing field of interest.
–Choice

Every academic library should...add this book to its collection not only for its relevance to biblical, Christian, and ancient studies but also animal conservation and humane treatment issues of our time.
–Review of Biblical Literature

About the Author

Robert M. Grant is an Episcopal priest who taught New Testament, church history, and the humanities at the Divinity School of the University of Chicago from 1952 to 1987. He is the author of over 30 books, including Irenaeus of Lyons (Routledge 1996).

Product Details

• Hardcover: 224 pages
• Publisher: Routledge; 1 edition (July 19, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0415202043
• ISBN-13: 978-0415202046
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,248,898 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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