A History of God - Hardcover

Armstrong, Karen

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0434024562 ISBN 13: 9780434024568

Publisher: William Heinemann Ltd, 1993

Synopsis

The idea of a single divine being - God, Yahweh, Allah- has existed for over 4000 years. In this account of the evolution of belief Armstrong examines Western society's unerring fidelity to this idea of one God and the many conflicting convictions it engenders. Originally published in 1993 by William Heinemann.

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Review:

"This is the most fascinating and learned survey of the biggest wild-goose chase in history - the quest for God. Karen Armstrong is a genius" (A.N. Wilson)

"A splendidly readable book...the stage is set for the question: has God a future?" (Sister Wendy Beckett Sunday Times)

"We are all watching a daily fight between the darkness and light. What we want, but may never get, is assurance that the light will prevail. Armstrong is too tough a thinker to offer us comfort there" (Anthony Burgess Observer)

"Armstrong shows a reverent curiosity and a generosity of spirit, refreshing the understanding of what one knows and providing a clear introduction to the unfamiliar" (Rt Revd Robert Runcie Daily Telegraph)

"Witty, informative and contemplative: Ms Armstrong can simplify complex ideas, but she is never simplistic" (New York Times Book Review)

Book Description:

The bestselling and seminal work from one of our foremost commentators on religion.

About this edition

• Publisher: William Heinemann Ltd
• Publication date: 1993
• ISBN 10: 0434024562
• ISBN 13: 9780434024568
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 95