Speaking of Faith

Why Religion Matters--and How to Talk About It

Krista Tippett

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Penguin US
29 January 2008

Religion & beliefs; Religion: general

A thought-provoking, original appraisal of the meaning of religion by the host of public radio's On Being

Krista Tippett, widely becoming known as the Bill Moyers of radio, is one of the country's most intelligent and insightful commentators on religion, ethics, and the human spirit. With this book, she draws on her own life story and her intimate conversations with both ordinary and famous figures, including Elie Wiesel, Karen Armstrong, and Thich Nhat Hanh, to explore complex subjects like science, love, virtue, and violence within the context of spirituality and everyday life. Her way of speaking about the mysteries of life-and of listening with care to those who endeavor to understand those mysteries--is nothing short of revolutionary.

By: Krista Tippett
Imprint: Penguin US
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 196mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 188g
ISBN: 9780143113188
ISBN 10: 0143113186
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 29 January 2008
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

A journalist and former diplomat, Krista Tippett has created, hosted, and produced the popular public radio program Speaking of Faith since it began as an occasional feature in 2000, before taking on its current form as a national weekly program in 2003. She came up with the idea for Speaking of Faith while consulting for the internationally renowned Institute for Ecumenical and Cultural Research at Saint John s Abbey and University in Collegeville, Minnesota.

Reviews for Speaking of Faith: Why Religion Matters--and How to Talk About It

In a day where religion-or, rather arguments over religion-divide us into ever more entrenched and frustrated camps, Krista Tippett is exactly the measured, balanced commentator we need. -Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat, Pray, Love Tippett's prose is lyrical and profound; her arguments should move the secularist and the dogmatist alike to a new vision of peace. -Andrew Solomon, author of The Noonday Demon