Wiley-Blackwell The Blackwell Companion to the Theologians, 2 Volume Set: 27 (Wiley Blackwell Companions to Religion)

Review "The work's audience is "the student who is taking introductory classes in theology," though a resource as distinctive and informative as this quickly will prove its usefulness to others as well." (CHOICE, December 2009) "Worth the money, intellectually sound, and well targeted." (Reference Reviews, January 2010) "It stands out as an excellent resource for anyone interested in the development of theology." (Theological Librarianship, December 2009)"Care has been taken to ensure that theologians from all periods of Christian history have been included and that Catholic, Protestant, Evangelical, liberal, and feminist perspectives are represented." (Booklist, November 2009)"The Blackwell Companion to the Theologians nicely complements existing reference works and is an appropriate addition to theological and research libraries as well as libraries with strong collections in Christianity." (Religion and Spirituality, November 2009) Product Description This two-volume companion brings together a team of contemporary theologians and writers to provide substantial introductions to the key people who shaped the Christian story and tradition.A substantial two-volume reference work, bringing together over 75 entries on the most important and influential theologians in the history of Christianity Structured accessibly around five periods: early centuries, middle ages, reformation period, the Enlightenment, and the twentieth-century to the present A to Z entries range from substantial essays to shorter overviews, each of which locates the theologian in their immediate context, summarizes the themes of their work, and explains their significance Covers a broad span of theologians, from Augustine to Thomas Aquinas, through to C. S. Lewis, James Cone, and Rosemary Radford Reuther Provides profiles of key Catholic, protestant, evangelical, and progressive theologians Includes a useful timeline to orientate the reader, reading lists, and a glossary of key terms Review "Well conceived and organized, this work draws upon a wide range of authors. Both broadly comprehensive and introductory, this is the perfect companion for anyone delving into the world – historical and contemporary – of Christian theology. Professor and students alike, will find this book and invaluable and frequently used resource." –Heidi Hadsell, Hartford Seminary "As browsable as it is useful, this encyclopedic volume reads like a leisurely conversation among old friends. It will refresh professors, inspire students, and delight all who love the church. This is a book that will be fun to read in the short term but will last a long time on your library shelf." –Stephen H Webb, Wabash University From the Inside Flap This two-volume companion brings together a team of contemporary theologians and writers to provide substantial introductions to the key people who shaped the Christian story and tradition. Comprises over 75 entries on the most important and influential figures in the history of Christianity, written by an international team of nearly 50 contemporary theologiansA to Z entries range from substantial essays to shorter overviews, each of which locates the theologian in their immediate context, summarizes the themes of their work, and explains their significanceCovers a broad span of theologians, from Augustine to Thomas Aquinas, through to C. S. Lewis, James Cone, and Rosemary Radford ReutherAccessibly structured around five periods: early centuries, middle ages, reformation period, the Enlightenment, and the twentieth-century to the presentProvides profiles of key Catholic, protestant, evangelical, and progressive theologiansExplains the technical details of theology in accurate and accessible ways, and includes a variety of student aids, including a timeline to orientate the reader, reading lists, and a glossary of key terms. From the Back Cover This two-volume companion brings together a team of contemporary theo