God: A Very Short Introduction
- ISBN-10
- 0198708955
- ISBN-13
- 9780198708957
- Series
- God
- Category
- Religion
- Pages
- 135
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2014
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press, USA
- Author
- John Bowker
Description
In this concise introduction to the deity, John Bowker explores how each major religion, and countless philosophers and theologians, have answered the fundamental question: Who or what is God? He also explores why some people believe in God and others do not, and concludes by looking at how our understanding of God continues to evolve in the present day. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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