The Modern Theologians: An Introduction to Christian Theology Since 1918

This popular text has been updated to ensure that it continues to provide a current and comprehensive overview of the main Christian theologies of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.

• Each chapter is written by a leading theologian and gives a clear picture of a particular movement, topic or individual.
• New and updated treatments of topics covered in earlier editions, with over half the chapters new to this edition or revised by new authors.
• New section singling out six classic theologians of the twentieth century.
• Expanded treatment of the natural sciences, gender, Roman Catholic theology since Vatican II, and African, Asian and Evangelical theologies.
• Completely new chapters on spirituality, pastoral theology, philosophical theology, postcolonial biblical interpretation, Pentecostal theology, Islam and Christian theology, Buddhism and Christian theology, and theology and film.
• As in previous editions, the text opens with a full introduction to modern theology.
• Epilogue discussing the present situation and prospects of Christian theology in the twenty-first century.

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