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The Crumbling Walls of Certainty: Towards a Christian Critique of Postmodernity and Education £12.99
Author(s): Lambert & Mitchell (Ed) Catalogue number: C.1.435
Chapters: 1)Education in Precarious Times: Postmodernity and a Christian Worldview (Walsh) 2)Shifting Education into the Future Tense: Raising our Hopes (Sine) 3)Towards a Future of Care (Goudzwaard) 4)Christian Schools Around the World: A Colourful Family (Westerman) 5)What is Distinctive about Christian Schooling? (Greene Jr) 6)Christian Schooling: Telling a World view Story (Fernhout) 7)Viewing Students through a Creation-Fall-Redemption Conceptual Framework (Fennema) 8)Wisdom at Play: In the World But Not of It (Blomberg) 9)Unearthing Gifts with Multiple Intelligences and Other Tools (Fowler) 10)Thinking with the Heart: Educating Emotional Intelligence in Children (Lambert) 11)Exceptionality in a Communal Context (Pudlas). 'In an age characterised by confusion of values, in part brought about by the speed of global economic and technological change, it is refreshing to find a group of scholars not only reaffirming the values of an education firmly rooted in the certainties of Christianity, but also clearly pointing the way forward into the next century. It is worth being reminded that without the centrality of Jesus Christ there would be no second Millennium. Thus this important and dynamic book should be read by all teachers, parents, pastors and philosophers with an interest in the education of their children. (Dr. Keith Watson, Professor of Comparative Education, Reading University).
The Living Room £3.50
Author(s): Laurence R. Catalogue number: J.1.478
In her first collection of poems Rachel Laurence draws on the seascape and landscape of Wales and Somerset in order to explore the territory of the human heart, its longings and fears, its sheer pain and moments of pure joy. This is an evocative, lyrical poetry which celebrates the mysterious integrity and amazingly varied resonances of this world which is for us 'the living room'.
Heaven... its not the end of the world £3.99
Author(s): Lawrence Catalogue number: A.1.324
One of the most important points of reformational philosophy and theology is that redemption is the restoration of creation rather than the transcending of creation. While a great deal of our theology, hymns, spirituality and living assume the latter view this book makes a superb case that the Biblical view is that of restoration. Dr Tom Wright, Bishop of Durham says about this book 'A clear and positive presentation of what appears to me to be the biblical viewpoint'.

If you have enjoyed this book, then have a look at 'The Last Things' by Bavinck, (on the booklist), but also 'Heaven, a history' by C. McDannell and B. Lang. Yale University Press 1988. ISBN 0-300-04346-5. This is the best academic study and is a veritable treasure house., including reproductions of numerous images of heaven throughout the history of Western art. even though the writers perspective is a secularist one

The Geographical Tradition: Episodes in the History of a Contested Enterprise £15.99
Author(s): Livingstone Catalogue number: H.1.430
This is the first intellectual history of a subject which over the last five centuries or more has played a significant role in the development of Western civilization. Professor David Livingstone (of Queens University, Belfast) describes the activities of the explorers and map-makers of Renaissance and early modern Europe; the role of geography during the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment and the Darwinian Revolution, and the interaction between geography and empire building in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Since 1945 activity in the subject has been intense: David Livingstone provides a critical account of the trends, developments and revolutions by which geography has emerged as a multi-faceted discipline offering unique and revealing perspectives on a wide range of pressing social and environment issues. This is a book which all geographers will wish to have and read.

How's this for an appetiser from the end of the book? 'Nevertheless, it is now clear that classical foundationalism is in bad shape and had better be given up for dead. In this context geographers will have to acknowledge that warranted knowledge is relative to a body of beliefs, not to a body of certitudes. Pluralism in the geographical academy is thus an inevitability. We have no option but to live with positivist geography, Marxist geography, humanistic geography, Islamic geography, and on and on. Each will be within their cognitive rights to hold to theories that comport with their system of control beliefs. We now need to realise that non-foundationalist discourses- in the political, the affective, the moral, the artistic, the cultural, the aesthetic, the religious, and doubtless a host of other spheres- are as legitimate now as they were in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, where my story began. This has far reaching consequences. And the consequences for geography of acknowledging this postmodernist claim is the task that confronts the present generation.'

Religion, Pluralism, and Public Life: Abraham Kuyper's Legacy for the 21st Century. £17.99
Author(s): Lugo L.E. (editor) Catalogue number: B.1.527
Kuyper's Christian vision of society ,powerfully communicated in his 'Lectures on Calvinism' a century ago, remains influentyial worldwide. In this present work 22 respected scholars (including John Bolt, Elaine Botha, James Bratt, Bob Goudzwaard, Peter Heslam, Richard Mouw, James Skillen ,Elaine Storkey, Mary Stewart Van Leeuwen, Ronald Wells) explore Kuyper's legacy, looking especially at his social & political contributions and how these can helpfully illumine important public issues today.

After an introductory section on Kuyper's life & work, the volume takes up several pressing questions, including how theology can inform public discourse in an age marked by increasing religious pluralism, how the state should relate to the institutions of civil society, and how the transnational nature of the Christian community should inform our understanding of the deepening process of globalization.

Discipling Hermeneutics; Interpretation in Christian Perspective. £19.99
Author(s): Lundin R. (ed) Catalogue number: B.1.520
The question of interpretation ids as old as language itself. In today's postmodern context, however, the task of hermeneutics has become frustratingly complex. This timely collection of essays by ten leading scholars explores the diversity of contemporary hermeneutical theory & practice.

The format of the book consists of a major essay and a response in each of four disciplines -philosophy,English,sociology & theology - leading to differences in definition & practice, but with the common framework of a Christian perspective. Wolterstorff asks, how does one balance the humanity of the biblical authors with the understanding of the Bible as the Word of God? Donald Marshall asks the fundamental question,Can truth come to us through an interpretation? David Lyon explores how developments in biblical hermeneutics have led to the relativism & cynicism of contemporary theories of interpretation. Kevin Vanhoozer questions postmodern theory in general and deconstruction in particular. Those who resond to these four authors find both agreements & disagreements with their positions. And as they chart theturbulent waters

The Impact of Evolutionary Theory £12.95
Author(s): Maatman Catalogue number: D.4.447
This book is a careful treatment of the creation-evolution debate. Particular attention is given to the dualistic view adopted by many Christians, who add Christian assumptions to naturalistic assumptions. The evolutionary scenario is presented and analyzed; some parts meet scientific tests while others do not. Biblical considerations lead to the conclusion that Adam and Eve did not descend from animals. Therefore, the Christian and the evolutionary views of human beings differ radically and lead to dramatically different understandings of human behaviour. Examples include the origin of human language, religion, and the human family, as well as the models of human behaviour assumed by various school of economics. How we view ourselves in literature and the other arts is also discussed. Finally, this book shows how evolutionary thinking has played an important role in the animal rights and unisex movements.
His Light in our Darkness £2.25
Author(s): Marks Catalogue number: A.1.46
Christians say they have the answer, but have we heard the question? Do we really care enough to bring our Bible knowledge into touch with the cry of humanity; or does it hang in mid air like one side of a zip-perfectly proportioned yet useless until connected ted to the other side? A challenge to put our hearts where our minds are, and to reach out to the needy and the lost with the full light of Christ's love and compassion.
Marriage: Fact and Fantasy £4.99
Author(s): Marsh Catalogue number: E.1.196
In a practical down to earth way this book looks at how we can make long term partnerships work in daily life. Drawing on both personal experience and the stories of many married couples counsellor Ann March explores the expectations we bring to marriage and the enormous effect they have. She considers the powerful influences-both conscious and unconscious- at work in us all, which can turn one persons 'reasonable request' into another's 'unreasonable demand'. She examines our deepest longings to be loved, understood and accepted- unconditionally and as we are....This book offers encouragement and hope to build stronger marriages.
Calling, Work and Rest £1.00
Author(s): Marshall Catalogue number: G.1.262
Their Blood Cries Out: The worldwide tragedy of modern Christians who are dying for their faith. £9.99
Author(s): Marshall Catalogue number: G.1.441
In more than 60 countries worldwide Christians are harassed, abused, arrested, tortured or executed specifically because of their faith. 200 million Christians live in daily fear of secret police, vigilantes, or state repression and discrimination.This book ...'is a towering exposition of the history, caused and realities of today's anti-Christian pogroms...Written with a rare combination of balance and passion, it will provoke needed debate within the Christian community, open skeptical minds to the truth of today's persecutions, and sear the consciences of us all' - from the introduction by Michael Horowitz, Senior Fellow, Hudson Institute. 'This book is a classic which should be read by all concerned with religious liberty as a fundamental human right' - Baroness Cox,House of Lords.(SALES OF THIS BOOK NOW EXCEED 50,000!!)
John Locke: Between God and Mammon £1.00
Author(s): Marshall Catalogue number: G.1.255
Thine is the Kingdom: a Biblical Perspective on the nature of government and politics today £3.95
Author(s): Marshall Catalogue number: G.1.250
Current 'Christian' politics tend to be secular ideology with only a veneer of faith. Marshall calls for and tries to provide a Christian framework for understanding politics. He stresses that politics is neither the realm apart from the gospel nor is it the centre of the gospel. It is one part of our overall Christian service, whose goal is that all aspects of human life should be reconciled to God through Jesus Christ.
Two Types of Right £2.20
Author(s): Marshall Catalogue number: G.1.393
Does the Government belong in Education? £0.50
Author(s): Marshall Catalogue number: C.1.126
A helpful clarification of the question of the proper nature and extent of the government's legitimate involvement.
A Calvinist Political Theory £2.00
Author(s): Marshall Catalogue number: G.1.263
Human Rights Theories in Christian Perspective £1.00
Author(s): Marshall Catalogue number: G.1.235
A look at the history of human rights, an examination of the contempory scene, and a proposed Christian framework.
Labour of Love: Essays on work £3.95
Author(s): Marshall (Ed) Catalogue number: G.1.234
A host of important insights into the meaning of work
Heaven is not my Home- Living in the Now of God's Creation £12.99
Author(s): Marshall ,Paul Catalogue number: B.1.512
The clear azure sky was dotted with billowing clouds, majestic mountains rose above the horizon. The sun set dramatically beyond ocean waves while dolphins danced across the water. God saw these things, and called them good. Then a snake spoke, a fruit core dropped to the ground. and we've been getting farther and farther from Eden ever since.

Today smog hugs city air. Children go to bed hungry. Work is unfulfilling, rest is elusive, play is costly. Overwhelmed, many Christians have turned their eyes heavenward, waiting for God to destroy everything and start over. But Paul Marshall asserts that God is not seeking to destroy the earth, he plans to restore it to all its original splendor. 'Heaven is not my home' shows us how the redemption of all things should shape the way we look at every aspect of our lives.Everything is invested in eternal significance.

'With a Bible in his hand, clarity in his mind and gaiety in his heart, the former shoolmate of half the Beatles leads his readers into celebrating with him all the goodness that breaks through all the badness and madness of life in God's world today. His book is provocative (look at its title), evocative (perky wit and breathtaking beauty rub shoulders) and instruction on sin, grace, work, play, rest, style, idolatry, technology, and much else; I guarantee that many weary souls will find it wonderfully restorative.' (JI Packer)

Stained Glass: Worldviews and Social Science £12.95
Author(s): Marshall, Griffioen and Mouw (Ed) Catalogue number: F.1.209
A definitive treatment of worldviews and their use in social sciences by scholars from ICS, Calvin College and the Free University of Amsterdam. Focusing particularly on the relationship between Worldview and Philosophy.
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