Dictionary of Ethics, Theology and Society
Andrew Linzey author Paul A B Clarke author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd
Published:28th Aug '13
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This Dictionary provides a unique and groundbreaking survey of both the historical and contemporary interrelations between ethics, theology and society. In over 250 separately-authored entries, a selection of the world's leading scholars from many disciplines and many denominations present their own views on a wide range of topics.
Arranged alphabetically, entries cover all aspects of philosophy, theology, ethics, economics, politics and government. Each entry includes:
* a concise definition of the term
* a description of the principal ideas behind it
* analysis of its history, development and contemporary relevance
* a detailed bibliography giving the major sources in the field
The entire field is prefaced by an editorial introduction outlining its scope and diversity.
Selected entries include:
Animal Rights * Capital Punishment * Communism * Domestic Violence * Ethics * Evil * Government * Homophobia * Humanism * Liberation Theology * Politics * Pornography * Racism * Sexism * Society * Vivisection * Women's Ordination
`Boldly breaking fresh ground this is an important new book. It will appeal to a diverse community of readers. Purchase is strongly recommended for academic institutions serving humanities and social science students. Major public reference collections will also want a copy.' - Library Review
`This is a remarkable reference book.' - RSPCA Science Review
`The Dictionary of Ethics, Theology and Society is an ambitious interdisciplinary work ... the striking novelty of this volume is the juxtaposition and range of topics
ISBN: 9780415867672
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 1950g
960 pages