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The Courage to Be

by Paul Tillich, Peter J. Gomes
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Overview

In this classic and deeply insightful book, one of the world's most eminent philosophers describes the dilemma of modern man and points a way to the conquest of the problem of anxiety. This edition includes a new introduction by Peter J. Gomes that reflects on the impact of this book in the years since it was written.

About the Author:
Paul Tillich (1886-1965), world-renowned philosopher and theologian, taught in several German universities until he was dismissed in 1933 because of his opposition to the Nazi regime. In America he was affiliated with the Union Theological Seminary, Harvard University, and the University of Chicago. Peter J. Gomes is Plummer Professor of Christian Morals and Pusey Minister in The Memorial Church, Harvard University.

Synopsis

In this classic and deeply insightful book, one of the world's most eminent philosophers describes the dilemma of modern man and points a way to the conquest of the problem of anxiety. This edition includes a new introduction by Peter J. Gomes that reflects on the impact of this book in the years since it was written. Named one of the Books of the Century by the New York Public Library.

American Scholar

Clear, uncluttered thinking and lucid writing mark Mr. Tillich's study as a distinguished and readable one.

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Editorials

American Scholar

Clear, uncluttered thinking and lucid writing mark Mr. Tillich's study as a distinguished and readable one.

W Norman Pittenger

The brilliance, the wealth of illustration, and the aptness of personal application . . . make the reading of these chapters an exciting experience.
β€” (New York Times Book Review)

Witherspoon

A lucid and arresting book.
β€” (New York Herald Tribune)

Book Details

Published
July 1, 2000
Publisher
Yale University Press
Pages
238
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780300084719

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