The Philosophy of Religion: A Critical Introduction

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Beverley Clack (Roehampton Institute) Brian R. Clack (St. Clare's College, Oxford)

The Philosophy of Religion

A Critical Introduction

Beverley Clack (Roehampton Institute), Brian R. Clack (St. Clare's College, Oxford)

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Polity Press
12 April 2019

Philosophy of religion

For over twenty years, Beverley Clack and Brian R. Clack's distinctive and thought-provoking introduction to the philosophy of religion has been of enormous value to students and scholars, providing an approach to the subject that is bold and refreshingly alternative.

This revised and updated edition retains the accessibility which makes the book popular, while furthering its distinctive argument regarding the human dimension of religion. The central emphasis of the philosophy of religion – the concept of God, and the arguments for and against God's existence – is reflected in thorough analyses, while alternative approaches to traditional philosophical theism are explored. The treatments of both the miraculous and immortality have been revised and expanded, and the concluding chapter updates the investigation of how philosophy of religion might be conducted in an age defined by religious terrorism.

Clear, systematic and highly critical, the third edition of The Philosophy of Religion will continue to be essential reading for students and scholars of this fascinating and important subject.

By: Beverley Clack (Roehampton Institute), Brian R. Clack (St. Clare's College, Oxford)
Imprint: Polity Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 3rd edition
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 178mm, Spine: 22mm
Weight: 652g
ISBN: 9781509516926
ISBN 10: 1509516921
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 12 April 2019
Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Undergraduate , Further / Higher Education
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Beverley Clack is Professor in the Philosophy of Religion at Oxford Brookes University. Brian R. Clack is Professor of Philosophy and A. Vassiliadis Director of the Humanities Center at the University of San Diego.

Reviews for The Philosophy of Religion: A Critical Introduction

'An engaging and accessible book which gives a clear critical account of some of the standard topics in philosophy of religion, and also includes stimulating discussion of how religious belief relates to the very human problems of identity, transience, and mortality.' John Cottingham, University of Reading 'This lucid introduction goes beyond the common approaches in Anglo-American philosophy of religion to include engagements with contemporary social movements (feminism, religious violence). The presentations of the usual topics -- God's existence and attributes, miracles, evil, death and immortality -- show clearly and fairly the shapes of the debates on these issues. By basing their approach in religion as a human (but not always humane) experience, the Clacks provide a splendid path into the field.' Terrence W. Tilley, Fordham University (emeritus)