Applying the methods of social history to the early Church, this book illuminates the lives of the first believers through composite biographical portraits.
An exploration of how dance can be a form of religious expression in the Christian church, written by a professional dance educator.
A useful resource for teachers to discuss the approaches of the major world religions to death and dying.
Series: Living Faiths
An exploration of the textile designs of Charles Francis Annesley Voysey, the 'Arts and Crafts' architect and designer.
An exploration of the scientific background to the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, ranging from geological processes to the economy of the Dead Sea region.
Twelve lively and revealing biographical accounts of women – saints, reformers, seers and spiritualists – who challenged the mainstream teachings of the Church.
An extensively illustrated and detailed biographical dictionary, providing an invaluable source of information on the contribution of female British artists.
A comprehensive reference of over 1000 entries, from Aaron to Zucchetto, explaining the major symbols and subjects from 2000 years of Christian art.
A study of two figures in the Christian opposition to Nazism, one famous, one obscure, and the theological traditions that shaped their responses to tyranny.
An examination of faith as a universal facet of human belief systems, showing how our cognitive limitations make faith not the enemy of reason but its partner.
A study of how the English churches approached the problems of dissent, conformity and pacifism during the period of the two world wars.
The restoration of the literature of the Old Testament to a general readership, combining insightful commentary with extracts of artistic and dramatic interest.
A classic work of moral theology, arguing that the conflict between absolutism and relativism is resolved through understanding God's relationship with mankind.