John Henry Newman: A Very Brief History by Eamon Duffy (English) Paperback Book

Description: John Henry Newman: A Very Brief History by Eamon Duffy Published to coincide with Newmans Canonization by Pope Francis in September 2019, this concise introduction to the life and legacy of one of the most influential Catholic thinkers of modern times is written by one of the worlds most influential and widely respected Catholic historian. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Part One: The History (What do we know?)This brief historical introduction to Newman explores the social, political and religious factors that formed the original context of his life and writings, and considers how those factors affected the way he was initially received.What was his impact on the world at the time and what were the key ideas and values connected with him?Part Two: The Legacy (Why does it matter?)This second part explores the intellectual and cultural `afterlife of Newman, and considers the ways in which his impact has lasted and been developed in different contexts by later generations.Why is he still considered important today? In what ways is his legacy contested or resisted? And what aspects of his legacy are likely to continue to influence the world in the future?The book has a brief chronology at the front plus a glossary of key terms and a list of further reading at the back. Author Biography Eamon Duffy is Emeritus Professor of Christian History at the University of Cambridge and a past president of Magdalene College. His previous books include the bestselling The Stripping of the Altars (Yale University Press, 1994), The Voices of Morebath (Yale University Press, 2001) Fires of Faith (Yale University Press, 2009) and Saints, Sacrilege and Sedition (Bloomsbury, 2012). Promotional Published to coincide with Newmans Canonization by Pope Francis in October 2019, this concise introduction to the life and legacy of one of the most influential Christian thinkers of modern times is written by one of the worlds most influential and widely respected historians. Long Description Canonized by Pope Francis in October 2019, Saint John Henry Newman (1801-90) was one of the most controversial and influential thinkers of his day. He is now recognized as one of the finest prose stylists of modern times, as well as a popular poet and hymn-writer. His spiritual autobiography, Apologia Pro Vita Sua, is a modern classic, and his many theological writings continue to be widely read and highly regarded by Christians of all traditions. As Eamon Duffy brilliantly demonstrates in this fresh assessment of Newmans life and achievement, other theologians of his time are now largely of historical interest whereas Newman is still very much our contemporary. Promotional "Headline" Published to coincide with Newmans Canonization by Pope Francis in October 2019, this concise introduction to the life and legacy of one of the most influential Christian thinkers of modern times is written by one of the worlds most influential and widely respected historians. Details ISBN0281078599 Year 2020 ISBN-10 0281078599 ISBN-13 9780281078592 Publication Date 2020-10-15 Author Eamon Duffy Short Title John Henry Newman Language English Format Paperback Subtitle A Very Brief History DEWEY 282.092 Pages 176 UK Release Date 2020-10-15 Imprint SPCK Publishing Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2020-10-15 NZ Release Date 2020-10-15 Series A Very Brief History Publisher SPCK Publishing Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:130154621;

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