A Brief History of Heaven
by McGrath, Alister E
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- Very Good
- Condition
- Very Good
- ISBN 10
- 0631233547
- ISBN 13
- 9780631233541
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Synopsis
This engaging book by one of today's best-known Christian writers explores the history of heaven, from its origins in biblical writings to its most recent representations.A short, accessible book on the history of heaven. Draws together representations of heaven by a wide range of writers, theologians, politicians and artists. Covers literary works such as Dante's Divine Comedy, Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress, and the poems of George Herbert. Considers discussions by Marx and Freud of heaven's role in society. Based on serious scholarship but is ideal for the non-specialist who wants to learn more about the idea of heaven. Alister E. McGrath is one of today's best-known Christian writers.
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- Bookseller
- Twice Sold Tales, Capitol Hill (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 044849
- Title
- A Brief History of Heaven
- Author
- McGrath, Alister E
- Format/Binding
- Soft cover
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Binding
- Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 0631233547
- ISBN 13
- 9780631233541
- Publisher
- Wiley-Blackwell
- Date Published
- 2003
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