Introduction to Christianity [Illustrated] [Paperback]

Alister E. McGrath (Author)

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ISBN-10: 0631201963 | ISBN-13: 978-0631201960 | Publication Date: February 25, 1997 | Edition: 1

In this new textbook one of the world's leading theological educationalists provides a comprehensive introduction to Christianity.

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"McGrath cannot be accused of ignoring the realities of the church context in which he writes. I believe that McGrath deserves the profound respect and admiration of his fellow Christian writers." Linda Woodhead

Book Description

After an introduction to biblical sources and a discussion of the central figure of Jesus, sections explain Christian theology, the history of Christianity, and Christianity in the modern world. Includes study questions, boxed key concepts, a glossary, a guide to Christian resources on the Internet, and a list of software packages related to the study of Christianity. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 444 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (February 25, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0631201963
• ISBN-13: 978-0631201960
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,664,725 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Alister E. McGrath is a historian, biochemist, and Christian theologian born in Belfast, Northern Ireland. A longtime professor at Oxford University, he now holds the chair in theology, ministry, and education at the University of London. He is the author of several books on theology and history, including Christianity's Dangerous Idea, In the Beginning, and The Twilight of Atheism. He lives in Oxford, England, and lectures regularly in the United States.

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Helpful class text, January 27, 2001

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This review is from: Introduction to Christianity (Paperback)

I found this text to be a very helpful source. It gave a well-written overview of the history and beliefs of the christian faith. I really liked the unbiased way he presented the information. Although it was about Christianity, it was not at all persuasive in nature. I also appreciated the study questions at the end of the chapters when studying for tests (in my Christian theology class). It is a very readable book--you don't have to be a theologian to understand the concepts of christianity.