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Developments in Christian Thought for OCR The Complete Resource for Component 03 of the New AS and A Level Specifications DENNIS BROWN & ANN GREGGS Both of Manchester Grammar School ‘Like Polity’s other A Level Religious Studies books, Developments in Christian Thought maintains a greater sense of academic rigour than the other textbooks on the market.’ Nicholas Heap, Eton College ‘It is not surprising that Brown & Greggs’ latest edition to their A Level textbook range is of the same excellent quality. A wealth of clear detail, exercises, and case studies.’ Charles Haydn-Slater, St Mary’s School Developments in Christian Thought for OCR is an ideal guide for students taking the Developments in Religious Thought component of the OCR Religious Studies AS and A Level course. Brown and Greggs provide a clear, accessible and comprehensive introduction to each of the topics on the course. 246 x 189mm • 220 pages • UK April 2020, US June 2020 HB • 978-1-5095-3235-3 • £60.00 / $74.95 / €73.90 PB • 978-1-5095-3236-0 • £17.99 / $34.95 / €23.90 ebook available

Philosophy of Religion for OCR The Complete Resource for Component 01 of the New AS and A Level Specifications DENNIS BROWN & ANN GREGGS Philosophy of Religion for OCR is an ideal guide for students taking the Philosophy of Religion component of the OCR Religious Studies AS and A Level course. Brown and Greggs provide a clear, accessible and comprehensive introduction to each of the topics on the course. 246 x 189mm • 240 pages • 2018 HB • 978-1-5095-1797-8 • £60.00 / $74.95 / €73.90 PB • 978-1-5095-1798-5 • £17.99 / $34.95 / €23.90 ebook available

Religion and Ethics for OCR The Complete Resource for Component 02 of the New AS and A Level Specifications MARK COFFEY & DENNIS BROWN Both of Manchester Grammar School Religion and Ethics for OCR is an ideal guide for students taking either the Religion and Ethics option of either the new AS Level or A Level Religious Studies qualifications offered by OCR, starting in September 2016. Coffey and Brown provide a rigorous introduction to debates in religion and ethics. Written with clarity and attention to detail, the book’s user-friendly style will assist all students to achieve their best. 246 x 189mm • 256 pages • 2016 HB • 978-1-5095-1015-3 • £60.00 / $74.95 / €73.90 PB • 978-1-5095-1016-0 • £17.99 / $34.95 / €23.90 ebook available

The Philosophy of Religion A Critical Introduction Third Edition BEVERLEY CLACK & BRIAN R. CLACK Oxford Brookes University; University of San Diego ‘An engaging and accessible book which gives a clear critical account of some of the standard topics in philosophy of religion, and also includes stimulating discussion of how religious belief relates to the very human problems of identity, transience, and mortality.’ John Cottingham, University of Reading ‘This lucid introduction goes beyond the common approaches in Anglo-American philosophy of religion to include engagements with contemporary social movements (feminism, religious violence). The presentations of the usual topics -- God’s existence and attributes, miracles, evil, death and immortality -- show clearly and fairly the shapes of the debates on these issues. By basing their approach in religion as a human (but not always humane) experience, the Clacks provide a splendid path into the field.’ Terrence W. Tilley, Fordham University For twenty years, this distinctive and thought-provoking introduction has been of enormous value to students and scholars. This revised and updated edition retains the accessibility which makes the book popular, while furthering its distinctive argument. Clear, systematic, and highly critical, it will continue to be essential reading. 246 x 171mm • 288 pages • 2019 HB • 978-1-5095-1692-6 • £60.00 / $74.95 / €73.90 PB • 978-1-5095-1693-3 • £18.99 / $29.95 / €24.90 ebook available

Theology and Religion: Why It Matters GRAHAM WARD University of Oxford ‘Readers will be grateful for the compelling examples, the accessible prose, and the generous tone of this book by a distinguished scholar.’ Thomas Tweed, author of Crossing and Dwelling: A Theory of Religion ‘Graham Ward makes a bold and original case for studying theology and religion together. In a breathtaking journey across space and time, he explores why religion has captured the dreams, hopes, and aspirations of billions of people the world over, and why theological and religious literacy is vital for living wisely today.’ Jolyon Mitchell, University of Edinburgh Religion dominates world affairs. Ward argues that the study of theology and religion, as a single academic discipline, plays a vital role in helping us to understand humanity. Religions can be used to justify inhumane actions, but they also feed dreams, inspire hopes, and shape aspirations. Religion will not go away, so it needs to be understood. Series: Why It Matters 190 x 124mm • 144 pages • 2019 HB • 978-1-5095-2969-8 • £35.00 / $45.00 / €42.90 PB • 978-1-5095-2970-4 • £9.99 / $12.95 / €12.90 ebook available

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