Overview
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.
- | Author: Taylor & Francis Group
- | Publisher: Routledge
- | Publication Date: Jun 30, 2021
- | Number of Pages: 270 pages
- | Language: English
- | Binding: Paperback
- | ISBN-10: 1032099208
- | ISBN-13: 9781032099200
