In this timely and important book, one of the most trusted and admired writers on the. Karen armstrong is the author of numerous other books on religious affairsincluding a history of god, the battle for god, holy war, islam, buddha, and the great transformationand two memoirs, through the narrow gate and the spiral staircase. Karen armstrong, a comparative religion specialist is the author of numerous books on religion, including the case for god, a history of god, the battle for god, holy war, islam, buddha, and fields of blood, as well as a memoir, the spiral staircase. Armstrong writes of jerusalem as one city, three faiths. Perhaps the most conspicuous thing about karen armstrong s new book the lost art of scripture is that it is about twice as long as it needs to be. There is a distinction between belief in a set of propositions and a faith which enables us to put our trust in them. Karen armstrong books list of books by author karen. A former roman catholic nun, she got disillusioned about religion. Her scholarship explains how novels imagine a world that can be inhabited or not in specific ways by historically and culturally variable readerships. Aug 06, 2002 karen armstrong s book is nothing short of excellent. With shorn head, and a body that hadnt seen the light of day for seven years, she was hurtled into. Religion scholar karen armstrongs new book, the lost art of scripture, discusses innovative ways to practically apply faith in daily life. Entertainment weekly humor and delightful irony abound in this lively first novel. I was not a sympathetic fan of armstrong s and was pleasantly surprised at the delightful writing and the provocative ideas.
If you are at all familiar with the book she is writing about, you should find new insights and possibilities. Karen robards books, ebooks, audiobooks, biography barnes. But the history of god is also the history of human struggle. Robards is known for her chilling paranormal romantic suspense novels, including the popular charlotte stone series that stars dr. Karen armstrong is the author of numerous other books on religious affairs including a history of god, the battle for god, holy war, islam, buddha, and the. Nancy armstrong has served as editor of the journal novel. The 4,000year quest of judaism, christianity and islam.
Karen armstrong s new book argues that scripture is meant to be interpreted by the spirit of the words, not by the letter of the law. This is the first armstrong book i have read and i intend to read more of her works. While judaism, islam and christianity proclaim the goodness of god, organised religion has too often been the catalyst for violence and ineradicable prejudice. If this book appeals then you might also appreciate robert crumbs book of genesis. Oprah sits down with karen armstronga former roman catholic nun and a worldrenowned religious scholarto discuss her memoir the spiral staircase. Galbraith, ogden, and skinner, on the other hand, see jerusalem as the eternal city, constantly in gods mind and purposes. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. She raises questions seldom raised but real and suggests conclusions outside the mainstream. A short history of myth canongate myths series book 1 31oct2004.
Armstrongs book challenges both the secular and religious worlds which is nothing new for her. The hajj, subject of a new exhibition at the british museum, shows that a respect for other faiths is central to muslim tradition. Jun 30, 2011 the idea of a single devine being god, yahweh, allah has existed for over 4,000 years. Charlotte charlie stone, a serialkiller hunter who can see ghosts.
Karen armstrong a short history of myth internet archive. Newcon press is a multiple awardwinning independent publisher specialising in science fiction, fantasy, dark fantasy and horror. Janet armstrong and sons eric and mark apollo 11, neil. It is also a model of authority, elegance, and economy. A short history universal history by karen armstrong and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. But this one is really, really twice as long as it needs to be. Karen armstrong believes that religious insights are developed in the right hemisphere.
Nov 23, 2014 in her new book, fields of blood, armstrong lays out a history of religious violence, beginning in ancient sumer and stretching into the 21st century. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Confucianism and daoism in china, hinduism and buddhism in india, monotheism in israel, and philosophical rationalism in greece. A former roman catholic religious sister, she went from a conservative to a more liberal and mystical christian faith. Buy a history of god new ed by armstrong, karen isbn. Armstrong writes with her usual scholarly expertise.
In this book, armstrong presents commentary and some interpretation of the book of genesis. Martins press, 1982 that bemoaned the restrictive life within the convent. Democracy ena hulentenawi lemat be ethiopia by berhanu nega. If you are looking for a short introduction to islam written from a relatively neutral perspective i would defiantly recommend this book.
In 1999, he was awarded the mark twain prize for american humor by the kennedy center and inducted into the television hall of fame by the academy of television arts and sciences. I think most readers will find armstrong s views eye openers. Karen armstrong spent seven years in the society of the holy child of jesus during the 1960s and later wrote a tellall book, through the narrow gate st. Books by karen armstrong author of a history of god. Dec 14, 2014 just after finishing karen armstrongs new book, i happened to hear a discussion on television about the latest outbreak of violence in the middle east. It is here in the intuitive, imaginative side of the brain. Karen armstrongs new book argues that scripture is meant to be interpreted by the spirit of the words, not by the letter of the law. This book, written after 911, explains the prophet muhammad for those whose impression of him has been sullied by the perverted and degenerate version of islam presented by islamic terrorism and alquaeda. It follows the history of islam from its conception to the modern day and writes in a compelling way that holds your interest. Fields of blood, by karen armstrong the new york times.
People her writing is like really good dark chocolate. Karen armstrongs most popular book is a history of god. A visit to jerusalem rekindled her love for religion and she turned to writing books about the major world religions and their spiritual basis. Her work has been translated more about karen armstrong. A history of god by karen armstrong the new christian west during the middle ages introduction as a child, i had a number of strong religious beliefs but little faith in god. Neil armstrong has 53 books on goodreads with 112193 ratings. Karen armstrong is the author of numerous books on religious affairs, including the case for god, a history of god, the battle for god, holy war, islam, buddha,and the great transformation, as well as a memoir, the spiral staircase. A new interpretation of genesis paperback october 7, 1997. Karen armstrong is the author of numerous other books on religious affairsincluding a history of god, the battle for god, holy war, islam, buddha, and the. Feb, 2006 carl reiner, a comedian, actor, novelist, and film director, was a creator, writer, and producer of the dick van dyke show. Since publishing her first novel at the age of twentyfour, karen robards has written more than forty books, many of them bestsellers. Karen armstrong 1944 is the embodiment of religious tolerance and spiritual transformation. Her new book begins, stealthily on little cat feet, but abruptly, with a description of the lionheaded figure.
Hourlong interview broadcast on june 9th, 20 with a repeat on june 16th. A forum on fiction since 1996 and serves as coorganizer of the novel project at duke, a faculty research seminar. Reading guide for the great transformation by karen armstrong. Her work focuses on commonalities of the major religions, such as the importance of compassion and the golden rule. See all books authored by karen armstrong, including a history of god. Karen armstrong has 70 books on goodreads with 324963 ratings.
A new interpretation of genesis by karen armstrong at. Hilarious and bighearted, the nest is a stellar debut. Karen armstrong has 70 books on goodreads with 324878 ratings. Karen armstrong, obe, frsl born 14 november 1944 is a british author and commentator of irish catholic descent known for her books on comparative religion. Enter your email address to subscribe to my blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. In the case of karen armstrong s book, i would argue that this is not only true, but had better be, for all our sakes, and that while the twelve steps will not change you overnight, they will set you off on a fascinating journey which in itself is a transcendent experience. Karen armstrong books list of books by karen armstrong. We never spam and never pass on your email address. The 4,000year quest of judaism, christianity, and islam, and islam. If youre new to my books and not sure where to start, check out the quiz below.
With the smooth prose of a seasoned storyteller, her history recounts mans repeated inhumanity to man in the holy city. Karen armstrong s most popular book is a history of god. With this brilliant book, karen armstrong issues a forceful challenge to those who hold the view that the west and islam are civilizations set on a collision course. Discount prices on books by karen armstrong, including titles like people of the book. About this book in the period from the ninth century to the second century bce, the peoples of four distinct regions of the civilized world created the religious and philosophical traditions that have continued to nourish humanity to the present day. You can also find free sample chapters for all my books inside.
If you love to read and you dont want to miss out on the next new book, this is the site for you. Karen armstrong spoke about her transition from nun to author, the religions she has written about, and her charitable foundation. Neurologists in recent decades have suggested that the right hemisphere of the brain is essential to the creation of poetry and music, whereas the left hemisphere is pragmatic and selective, specialising in language skills, problemsolving, and law. From left to right, neil armstrong, michael collins and buzz aldrin, seen arriving at heathrow airport in london from berlin for a 24hour visit to britain during their 22nation 38 day world tour later in 1969. She first rose to prominence in 1993 with her book a history of god. Karen anne muffie armstrong 19591962 find a grave memorial. Jun 30, 2011 karen armstrong s elegant and concise book traces how islam grew from the other religions of the book, judaism and christianity. Karen armstrong explores the purpose of sacred texts in the lost.
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