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Publisher
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0199778930
ISBN-13
9780199778935
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109103793
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
288 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Poetics of Evil : Toward an Aesthetic Theodicy
Publication Year
2011
Subject
Aesthetics, Philosophy
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Religion, Philosophy
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Hardcover
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0.7 in
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21.2 Oz
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9.2 in
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6.1 in
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2011-009584
Reviews
"[A] thoughtful and pioneering work...It is a welcome addition to theodicy literature, as it confronts the problem of evil as demanding response rather than explanation, and as it utilizes the resources of art and aesthetics to offer a method of constructive response."--Religious Studies Review"In The Poetics of Evil: Toward an Aesthetic Theodicy, Tallon navigates through multiple disciplines in order to draw together the tasks of both aesthetics and theodicy into a more unified, biblical picture." --Toronto Journal of Theology"Philip Tallon makes an eloquent and compelling case for the claim that aesthetic categories, and aesthetic forms of perception, are essential for any developed appreciation of the nature and scope of the world's goodness-and essential therefore for the project of theodicy." ---Mark Wynn, author of Faith and Place: An Essay in Embodied Epistemology"Impeccably written and beautifully argued, Tallon's book traverses impressive terrain, carving out a critical role for aesthetic considerations from beauty to tragedy to horror in a manner insightful and deeply moving. It defends the wager that beauty can put us in genuine contact with reality and makes the case that no theodicy is complete without countenancing the possibility that the artistry of God and the beauty of the incarnation vitally informs thediscussion."---David Baggett, co-author with Jerry L. Walls of Good God: The Theistic Foundations of Morality"For too long, theodicy has neglected aesthetics, but Tallon shows us why aesthetic values have an integral place in the enterprise. One wonders why a study like this has not been attempted before. A timely book."---Jeremy Begbie, Thomas A. Langford Research Professor of Theology, Duke University"[Tallon] writes with a refreshing balance of confidence and humility, achieving a nuanced but not fussy tone that avoids the pugnacious insecurity that sometimes plagues attempts at apologetics."--The University Bookman, "[A] thoughtful and pioneering work...It is a welcome addition to theodicy literature, as it confronts the problem of evil as demanding response rather than explanation, and as it utilizes the resources of art and aesthetics to offer a method of constructive response."--Religious Studies Review "In The Poetics of Evil: Toward an Aesthetic Theodicy, Tallon navigates through multiple disciplines in order to draw together the tasks of both aesthetics and theodicy into a more unified, biblical picture." --Toronto Journal of Theology "Philip Tallon makes an eloquent and compelling case for the claim that aesthetic categories, and aesthetic forms of perception, are essential for any developed appreciation of the nature and scope of the world's goodness-and essential therefore for the project of theodicy." ---Mark Wynn, author of Faith and Place: An Essay in Embodied Epistemology "Impeccably written and beautifully argued, Tallon's book traverses impressive terrain, carving out a critical role for aesthetic considerations from beauty to tragedy to horror in a manner insightful and deeply moving. It defends the wager that beauty can put us in genuine contact with reality and makes the case that no theodicy is complete without countenancing the possibility that the artistry of God and the beauty of the incarnation vitally informs the discussion."---David Baggett, co-author with Jerry L. Walls of Good God: The Theistic Foundations of Morality "For too long, theodicy has neglected aesthetics, but Tallon shows us why aesthetic values have an integral place in the enterprise. One wonders why a study like this has not been attempted before. A timely book."---Jeremy Begbie, Thomas A. Langford Research Professor of Theology, Duke University "[Tallon] writes with a refreshing balance of confidence and humility, achieving a nuanced but not fussy tone that avoids the pugnacious insecurity that sometimes plagues attempts at apologetics."--The University Bookman, "[A] thoughtful and pioneering work...It is a welcome addition to theodicy literature, as it confronts the problem of evil as demanding response rather than explanation, and as it utilizes the resources of art and aesthetics to offer a method of constructive response."--Religious Studies Review"In The Poetics of Evil: Toward an Aesthetic Theodicy, Tallon navigates through multiple disciplines in order to draw together the tasks of both aesthetics and theodicy into a more unified, biblical picture." --Toronto Journal of Theology"Philip Tallon makes an eloquent and compelling case for the claim that aesthetic categories, and aesthetic forms of perception, are essential for any developed appreciation of the nature and scope of the world's goodness-and essential therefore for the project of theodicy." ---Mark Wynn, author of Faith and Place: An Essay in Embodied Epistemology "Impeccably written and beautifully argued, Tallon's book traverses impressive terrain, carving out a critical role for aesthetic considerations from beauty to tragedy to horror in a manner insightful and deeply moving. It defends the wager that beauty can put us in genuine contact with reality and makes the case that no theodicy is complete without countenancing the possibility that the artistry of God and the beauty of the incarnation vitally informs the discussion."---David Baggett, co-author with Jerry L. Walls of Good God: The Theistic Foundations of Morality "For too long, theodicy has neglected aesthetics, but Tallon shows us why aesthetic values have an integral place in the enterprise. One wonders why a study like this has not been attempted before. A timely book."---Jeremy Begbie, Thomas A. Langford Research Professor of Theology, Duke University "[Tallon] writes with a refreshing balance of confidence and humility, achieving a nuanced but not fussy tone that avoids the pugnacious insecurity that sometimes plagues attempts at apologetics."--The University Bookman, "Philip Tallon makes an eloquent and compelling case for the claim that aesthetic categories, and aesthetic forms of perception, are essential for any developed appreciation of the nature and scope of the world's goodness-and essential therefore for the project of theodicy." ---Mark Wynn, author ofFaith and Place: An Essay in Embodied Epistemology "Impeccably written and beautifully argued, Tallon's book traverses impressive terrain, carving out a critical role for aesthetic considerations from beauty to tragedy to horror in a manner insightful and deeply moving. It defends the wager that beauty can put us in genuine contact with reality and makes the case that no theodicy is complete without countenancing the possibility that the artistry of God and the beauty of the incarnation vitally informs the discussion."---David Baggett, co-author with Jerry L. Walls ofGood God: The Theistic Foundations of Morality "For too long, theodicy has neglected aesthetics, but Tallon shows us why aesthetic values have an integral place in the enterprise. One wonders why a study like this has not been attempted before. A timely book."---Jeremy Begbie, Thomas A. Langford Research Professor of Theology, Duke University, "In The Poetics of Evil: Toward an Aesthetic Theodicy, Tallon navigates through multiple disciplines in order to draw together the tasks of both aesthetics and theodicy into a more unified, biblical picture." --Toronto Journal of Theology "Philip Tallon makes an eloquent and compelling case for the claim that aesthetic categories, and aesthetic forms of perception, are essential for any developed appreciation of the nature and scope of the world's goodness-and essential therefore for the project of theodicy." ---Mark Wynn, author of Faith and Place: An Essay in Embodied Epistemology "Impeccably written and beautifully argued, Tallon's book traverses impressive terrain, carving out a critical role for aesthetic considerations from beauty to tragedy to horror in a manner insightful and deeply moving. It defends the wager that beauty can put us in genuine contact with reality and makes the case that no theodicy is complete without countenancing the possibility that the artistry of God and the beauty of the incarnation vitally informs the discussion."---David Baggett, co-author with Jerry L. Walls of Good God: The Theistic Foundations of Morality "For too long, theodicy has neglected aesthetics, but Tallon shows us why aesthetic values have an integral place in the enterprise. One wonders why a study like this has not been attempted before. A timely book."---Jeremy Begbie, Thomas A. Langford Research Professor of Theology, Duke University "[Tallon] writes with a refreshing balance of confidence and humility, achieving a nuanced but not fussy tone that avoids the pugnacious insecurity that sometimes plagues attempts at apologetics."--The University Bookman
Dewey Edition
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Number of Volumes
1 vol.
Dewey Decimal
231/.8
Table Of Content
Introduction Part I: The Foundations of Aesthetic Theodicy Chapter 1: Aesthetics and the Scope of Theodicy Chapter 2: Aesthetics and Theological Insight Part II: Toward an Aesthetic Theodicy Chapter 3: Fearful Symmetry: Theodicy and Cosmic Harmony Chapter 4: Poetic Injustice: Theodicy and Tragic Vision Chapter 5: The Monsters and the Critics: Theodicy and Horrendous Evils Conclusion Bibliography
Synopsis
What role does art play in unravelling the theological problem of evil? What can aesthetics show us about God's goodness in a world of iniquity? Philip Tallon constructs an aesthetic theodicy through a fascinating examination of Christian aesthetics, ranging from the writings of Augustine to contemporary philosophy. Tallon offers a new framework for theodicy that allows the substantial inclusion of aesthetics, building on the work of Eleonore Stump. He then examines the concept of cosmic harmony, the predominant aesthetic motif within medieval theodicy, and shows how Augustine develops this theme by interweaving his metaphysical, moral, and aesthetic views of reality. Tallon then examines other aesthetic themes within theodicy, with special attention to tragedy, a motif that has become increasingly integrated into theodicy in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. He shows where tragedy falls short as a sufficient theme for theodicy, but also demonstrates how it complements Augustine's theme of cosmic harmony. Finally, Tallon considers the horror of evil, an aesthetic theme that has often been used as an attack on the existence of God, but which has recently been used to understand how theodicy should be formulated to respond to the worst evils. By digging more deeply into the darker side of aesthetics, The Poetics of Evil offers a deeper perception of tragedy and malevolence, but also a richer understanding of the Christian response to the problem of evil., What role do art and aesthetics play in unravelling the theological problem of evil? Philip Tallon constructs an aesthetic theodicy through a fascinating examination of Christian aesthetics, ranging from the writings of Augustine to contemporary philosophy.
LC Classification Number
BT160.T35 2011
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