Through a Glass Darkly: Journeys through Science, Faith and Doubt

Description: Through a Glass Darkly by Dr Alister E. McGrath A memoir mapping the journey from atheism to faith, and how both connect with scientific discovery. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In what he anticipates will be his final book, respected scientist and theologian Professor Alister McGrath shares the story of a life spent in pursuit of truth: first through the discipline of science, then in tandem with the Christian faith he found as a young man. In Through a Glass Darkly Professor McGrath shares at length and for the first time how exactly he moved from atheism to faith while studying natural sciences at Oxford University, and how each discipline has informed the other throughout his life. This is a rich, inspiring read from one of todays greatest public theologians. Author Biography Alister McGrath is the Andreas Idreos Professor of Science and Religion at Oxford University, and Fellow of Harris Manchester College, Oxford. After initial academic work in the natural sciences, Alister turned to the study of theology and intellectual history, while occasionally becoming engaged in broader cultural debates about the rationality and relevance of the Christian faith. He is the author of many academic and theological works, as well as the bestselling The Dawkins Delusion and, most recently, his acclaimed C. S. Lewis - A Life. Review Alister McGrath has written an intellectual thriller that documents his transition from a nature-loving schoolboyMarxist to the Oxford Professor of Science and Religion. The detail is fascinating: discovering that what once wascertain crumbled, probing the methods and limits of science and finding in literature, historical, philosophical and imaginative, a pathway from the shadows of Platos cave to an epiphany of understanding in the sunlit uplands, similar tothat of C.S. Lewis before him. Realising not only that science and religion give different but complementary maps of theworld, but also that Christianity offers the coherent big-picture framework for which his mind and heart had beenquesting. This is a must read for all those interested in the life of the mind and the science-religion debate. I could notput it down. You will not be able to either. -- John Lennox, Emeritus Professor of Mathematics, University of OxfordA compelling story, at once readable and profound. In charting his path from atheism to Christian faith, AlisterMcGrath offers rich resources for believers, as well as a robust challenge to sceptics and religions cultured despisers. -- Rupert Shortt, author of Outgrowing Dawkins: God for Grown-UpsAlister McGrath is renowned as a world-leading academic and very successful author with a particular interest in theinterface of science and religion. This readable account tells his personal story and might even become a classic. Itportrays his journey from a young prodigy to scientist and theologian. Enlivened with occasional flashes of humourand drawing on the authors exceptional breadth and depth of reading, it illustrates why he has successfully written forpopular as well as academic audiences. It deserves to be very widely read. -- Michael J. Reiss, President, International Society for Science and ReligionA personal story of how Alister McGrath travelled from a youthful certainty of atheism, across troubled intellectualseas, to arrive on an island of faith where he learned to be at peace with uncertainty . . . McGrath explains whyChristianity, in providing the big picture which accommodates science, is not only plausible but intellectuallysatisfying. Through a Glass Darkly is a book that will help anyone wishing, with sincerity and intellectual honesty, toreconsider the apparent conflict between science and Christian faith. They will find, as did McGrath, that"understanding what is going on" does not demand total certainty, that living with uncertainty is not an admissionof failure but a recognition of reality and that faith in God is the way to peace. -- Paul Ewart, Professor of Physics, University of OxfordA rare insight into Alister McGraths outstanding mind ... a great book to remind Christians of the intellectual credibility of our faith. * Christianity Magazine * Long Description In what he anticipates will be his final book, respected scientist and theologian Professor Alister McGrath shares the story of a life spent in pursuit of truth: first through the discipline of science, then in tandem with the Christian faith he found as a young man. In Through a Glass Darkly Professor McGrath shares at length and for the first time how exactly he moved from atheism to faith while studying natural sciences at Oxford University, and how each discipline has informed the other throughout his life. This is a rich, inspiring read from one of todays greatest public theologians. Review Quote Alister McGrath has written an intellectual thriller that documents his transition from a nature-loving schoolboy Marxist to the Oxford Professor of Science and Religion. The detail is fascinating: discovering that what once was certain crumbled, probing the methods and limits of science and finding in literature, historical, philosophical and imaginative, a pathway from the shadows of Platos cave to an epiphany of understanding in the sunlit uplands, similar to that of C.S. Lewis before him. Realising not only that science and religion give different but complementary maps of the world, but also that Christianity offers the coherent big-picture framework for which his mind and heart had been questing. This is a must read for all those interested in the life of the mind and the science-religion debate. I could not put it down. You will not be able to either. Promotional "Headline" A memoir mapping the journey from atheism to faith, and how both connect with scientific discovery. Details ISBN1529327628 Pages 240 Year 2021 ISBN-10 1529327628 ISBN-13 9781529327625 Publication Date 2021-09-02 Format Paperback Short Title Through a Glass Darkly Language English UK Release Date 2021-09-02 Country of Publication United Kingdom Imprint Hodder Faith Publisher John Murray Press Author Dr Alister E. McGrath Subtitle Journeys through Science, Faith and Doubt – A Memoir DEWEY 210.92 Audience General NZ Release Date 2021-12-13 AU Release Date 2021-12-13 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:133022097;

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