Christian Theology and Tragedy: Theologians, Tragic Literature and Tragic Theory

Paperback Published on: 30/06/2021
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Synopsis

Drawing together leading scholars from both theological and literary backgrounds, Christian Theology and Tragedy explores the rich variety of conversations between theology and tragedy. Three main areas are examined: theological readings of a range of tragic literature, from plays to novels and the Bible itself; how theologians have explored tragedy theologically; and how theology can interact with various tragic theories. Encompassing a range of perspectives and topics, this book demonstrates how theologians can make productive use of the work of tragedians, tragic theorists and tragic philosophers. Common misconceptions - that tragedy is monolithic, easily definable, or gives straightforward answers to theodicy - are also addressed. Interdisciplinary in nature, this book will appeal to both the theological and literary fields.

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Taylor & Francis
  • ISBN: 9781032099200
  • Number of pages: 270
  • Dimensions: 234 x 156 x 14 mm
  • Weight: 500g
  • Languages: English