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Oxford Illustrated History of Christianity by John McManners (1990, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-100198229283
ISBN-139780198229285
eBay Product ID (ePID)62055
Product Key Features
Book TitleOxford Illustrated History of Christianity
Number of Pages736 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1990
TopicChristian Church / History, General, Christianity / General
IllustratorYes
GenreReligion
AuthorJohn Mcmanners
Book SeriesOxford Illustrated Histories Ser.
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.8 in
Item Weight74.1 Oz
Item Length10 in
Item Width7.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN90-030280
Reviews'an enormous work...full of wise insights, balance of information,reliable scholarship and precision of writing...The illustrations are splendid.Edward Norman, TLS, 'issues of great complexity and much scholarly contention are introduced and explained with such facility that the reader is often scarcely aware of the rocky terrain through which he has been guided ... the illustrations of this book are splendid ... all are carefully related to the text withsuch skill that they are not illustrative additions but actually amplify the intellectual analysis.'Times Literary Supplement, 'the quality of the 350 illustrations and 32 colour plates, and thecompelling nature of the captions quickly drew me into the text...imaginative inscholarship...a marvellous Christmas present' The Door - Oxford DiocesanMagazine, 'The contributors...write easily and lucidly, so that issues of greatcomplexity and much scholarly contention are introduced and explained with suchfacility that the reader is often scarcely aware of the rocky terrain throughwhich he has been guided.' Edward Norman, TLS, 'Written by a team of scholars, this has to be the most comprehensive ofrecent histories.'Jenne Hatton, The Universe, 'Written by a team of scholars, this has to be the most comprehensive of recent histories.'Jenne Hatton, The Universe, 'the quality of the 350 illustrations and 32 colour plates, and the compelling nature of the captions quickly drew me into the text...imaginative in scholarship...a marvellous Christmas present' The Door - Oxford Diocesan Magazine, 'issues of great complexity and much scholarly contention are introducedand explained with such facility that the reader is often scarcely aware of therocky terrain through which he has been guided ... the illustrations of thisbook are splendid ... all are carefully related to the text with such skill thatthey are not illustrative additions but actually amplify the intellectualanalysis.'Times Literary Supplement, 'an enormous work full of wise insights, balance of information, reliable scholarship and precision of writing the illustrations are splendid.'Edward Norman, TLS, 'richly illustrated book ... a uniquely authoritative history of Christianity for the general reader ... Authoritative, comprehensive, and highly readable, this book captures the richness and vitality of Christian art and thought in a wide variety of cultures and times.'Baptist Times, 'an enormous work...full of wise insights, balance of information, reliable scholarship and precision of writing...The illustrations are splendid. Edward Norman, TLS, 'The contributors...write easily and lucidly, so that issues of great complexity and much scholarly contention are introduced and explained with such facility that the reader is often scarcely aware of the rocky terrain through which he has been guided.' Edward Norman, TLS, 'richly illustrated book ... a uniquely authoritative history ofChristianity for the general reader ... Authoritative, comprehensive, and highlyreadable, this book captures the richness and vitality of Christian art andthought in a wide variety of cultures and times.'Baptist Times
Dewey Edition20
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Dewey Decimal270
SynopsisSpanning two thousand years of stirring religious, cultural and political events, this lavishly illustrated volume provides the most authoritative and accessible history of Christianity ever published for the general reader. The impact of Christianity on world civilization is almost incalculable, and in exploring this rich heritage, nineteen leading scholars range from the earliest origins to the present day to examine virtually every aspect of the faith. They discuss the apostle Peter and Roman Emperor Constantine, describe the role of Charlemagne in the expansion of the religion, and assess medieval scholasticism and the influence of Thomas Aquinas. The profound changes that occurred during both the Reformation and the Enlightenment are fully treated in chapters that offer revealing portraits of such key figures as Erasmus, Luther, Calvin, Wesley, and Rousseau. Fully one third of the book covers Christianity since 1800--with special studies of the faith as practiced in Britain and Europe, North and South America, Africa, India, and the Far East--offering a compelling continuous narrative filled with insight into the enormously diverse Christian world. In the final chapters, the authors consider questions of contemporary Christian theology, conscience and belief, and explore new concepts of Christian community. Over 350 beautiful illustrations--including 32 full color plates--grace the text, ranging from mosaics, paintings and sculptures, to architecture and modern art. There are also ten maps, a chronology of important events, and an annotated guide to further reading. Throughout, the book reflects the changing world in which Christians have found themselves, and the many ways in which, individually and through the institutions of the church, they in turn have influenced history. Comprehensive, vividly narrated, and exquisitely produced, this magnificent book captures the richness and vitality of Christian thought and culture throughout the ages., "Oxford has done it again, with a splendid illustrated entry....This combination of lavish illustrations, genuine scholarship, and crisp writing brings alive characters who for most, are simply characters in textbooks or unwordly images in stained glass"--Los Angeles Times. NAMED AN OUTSTANDING NEW BOOK: "The wealth of illustrations--averaging one every other page--and the readable (though by no means elementary) style should give this volume wide appeal. Highly recommended"--Library Journal. "This impressively illustrated, well-written volume is a remarkable achievement by a highly competent group of scholars"--Christian Century. From the early Church to the age of Pope John Paul II and Jimmy Swaggart, this authoritative, engaging volume presents a sweeping look at the history of Christianity., Spanning two thousand years of stirring religious, cultural and political events, this lavishly illustrated volume--the latest addition to the acclaimed Oxford Illustrated History series--provides the most authoritative and accessible history of Christianity ever published for the general reader. The impact of Christianity on world civilization is almost incalculable, and in exploring this rich heritage, nineteen leading scholars range from the earliest origins to the present day to examine virtually every aspect of the faith. They discuss the apostle Peter and Roman Emperor Constantine, describe the role of Charlemagne in the expansion of the religion, and assess medieval scholasticism and the influence of Thomas Aquinas. The profound changes that occurred during both the Reformation and the Enlightenment are fully treated in chapters that offer revealing portraits of such key figures as Erasmus, Luther, Calvin, Wesley, and Rousseau. Fully one third of the book covers Christianity since 1800--with special studies of the faith as practiced in Britain and Europe, North and South America, Africa, India, and the Far East--offering a compelling continuous narrative filled with insight into the enormously diverse Christian world. In the final chapters, the authors consider questions of contemporary Christian theology, conscience and belief, and explore new concepts of Christian community. Over 350 beautiful illustrations--including 32 full color plates--grace the text, ranging from mosaics, paintings and sculptures, to architecture and modern art. There are also ten maps, a chronology of important events, and an annotated guide to further reading. Throughout, the book reflects the changing world in which Christians have found themselves, and the many ways in which, individually and through the institutions of the church, they in turn have influenced history. Comprehensive, vividly narrated, and exquisitely produced, this magnificent book captures the richness and vitality of Christian thought and culture throughout the ages. It is hard to imagine a more meaningful holiday gift., This richly illustrated book tells the story of Christianity from its origins to the present day. Written by a team of scholars, all authorities in their fields, it spans 2000 years of colourful incident to give a uniquely authoritative history of Christianity for the general reader. Every aspect of the faith is explored. The introduction discusses Christian interpretations of the historical process, and the links and tensions between religious and artistic inspiration. The first section runs from the earliest Christian communities to 1800, and includes chapters on Eastern Christendom, Christianity and Islam, the Reformation, the Enlightenment, and the expansion of Christianity. The second section is divided by geographical area, and covers the period 1800 to the present day. There are special studies of Britain and Europe, North and South America, Africa, India and the Far East, and the Orthodox Churches of Eastern Europe. The final section, 'Christianity Today and Tomorrow' considers questions of Christian theology, conscience, and belief, and explores new images of the Christian community, ending with a glimpse of the future of the faith. Throughout, the book reflects the changing world in which Christians have found themselves, and gives full weight to events and movements where the Christian response has been challenged and re-evaluated. There are over 350 illustrations, including 32 full colour plates, all specifically chosen to complement the broad-ranging text. The book also contains ten maps, a chronology, annotated guides to further reading, and a full index. Authoritative, comprehensive, and highly readable, this book captures the richness and vitality of Christian art and thought in a wide variety of cultures and times.
LC Classification NumberBR145.2.O86 1990
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