Description: A handbook to Christian theology in the modern period, covering key themes, movements, figures and texts.
Brief description: Philip G. Ziegler is Chair in Christian Dogmatics at the University of Aberdeen, UK.
Review Quotes:
"Ziegler and Nelson have completed a gigantic task by publishing this magnificent volume. They have entrusted to excellent scholars no less than 54 themes and 88 key figures of modern theology, which makes this volume the comprehensive work all students of modern theology must turn to. The themes vary from the roots of modern theology in the early modern reformations via philosophical backgrounds to various regional and confessional emphases. The key figures include the obvious 19th century philosophers and theologians as well as an impressive selection of theologians from the 20th and 21st centuries, reflecting the movement from theology as a largely European affair to a global endeavour. This volume presents a rich diversity of discussions and of conversation partners, which sets the standard as an overview for the years to come. The bibliographies at the end of chapters make this volume an excellent entryway for further study. While even a massive volume such as this cannot discuss each and every voice in modern theology, I am impressed by the scope and depth of what Ziegler and Nelson offer." --Arnold Huijgen, Protestant Theological University, The Netherlands
"With its broad coverage of problems, themes, and contexts, this volume admirably captures the diversity within modern Christian theology. Reflecting upon leading thinkers and trends, the editors have assembled a collection of unrivalled scope. This promises to be an invaluable resource." --David Fergusson, University of Cambridge, UK "The T & T Clark Handbook of Modern Theology is a useful resource for scholars and students alike. It is particularly helpful for two purposes: to broadly assess current scholarship across various fields of study and to survey subjects and figures that readers might not already be familiar with." --Stephen D. Morrison