With contributions by over 50 leading Calvin scholars, including Eberhard Busch, and Anthony N. S. Lane, this exceptionally well organized handbook offers students of Calvin easy access to his life, works, influence, and legacy, and unmatched scholarship on the great theologian. The handbook style serves the reader well by allowing easy navigation through every aspect of Calvin’s life, thought, influence, and personal relationships. It is an excellent place to begin research or just learning about Calvin.
This book will serve students and professors in the classroom quite well, and is an up-to-date invaluable resource for anyone attempting to learn more about one of the most influential minds in world history.
Book Outline
A. Orientation (to Calvin)
B. Person
1.Stations (places where Calvin lived and worked)
2.Historical Connections
3.Theological Relations
C. Work
1. Types
2. Themes
3. Structures
D. Influence and Reception
1.Thematically
2.Historically
Title: The Calvin Handbook
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 560
Dimensions: 9.00 X 6.00 (inches)
ISBN-13: 9780802862303
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