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Abraham Kuyper Prize: Congratulations to Eerdmans author Oliver O'Donovan. He has received the 2008 Abraham Kuyper Prize for Excellence in Reformed Theology and Public Life from Princeton Theological Seminary. The award recognizes a scholar or community leader who has contributed to the development of Reformed theology, particularly as it bears on matters of public life.
Kentucky Bluegrass Awards: Annie's War by Jacqueline Levering Sullivan and Attack of the Turtle by Drew Carlson have been selected for the 2009 Kentucky Bluegrass Awards Master List. Throughout the 2008-2009 school year, children across Kentucky will read books from the master list and then vote for their favorite. Check out the entire master list and past winners at kba.nku.edu.
Eminent Biblical Scholar Dies: Eerdmans sadly notes the passing of David Noel Freedman on April 8, 2008. Dr. Freedman, a prolific and influential Bible and Dead Sea Scrolls scholar, was known for editing Eerdmans Dictionary of the Bible and the Anchor Bible series. His current projects with Eerdmans include editing the Eerdmans Critical Commentary and Biblical Resource series.
Wilbur Award: Martin Marty, author of The Mystery of the Child, received a special Wilbur award from the Religion Communicators Council for promoting open and appropriate public discourse on religion. Marty is the sixth person to receive special recognition in the 60-year history of the Wilbur awards.
Author Interviewed by Teacher Magazine: Pamela Ehrenberg discusses her award-winning novel Ethan, Suspended and the many ways it can be used in the classroom in this new interview at www.teachermagazine.org.
Dale Brown Book Award: Covenant of Peace by Willard M. Swartley has been selected for the 2008 Dale Brown Book Award for Outstanding Book in Anabaptist and Pietist Studies. This award is organized each year by the Young Center at Elizabethtown College. The Young Center will announce the award Saturday, April 5, at a special event celebrating the 20th anniversary of the center.
Academy of Parish Clergy Awards: Three Eerdmans titles will be honored at the Academy of Parish Clergy annual meeting. God's Ambassadors by E. Brooks Holifield is Book of the Year, The Gospel of Matthew (NICNT) by R. T. France is Reference Book of the Year, and The Jesus Way by Eugene H. Peterson is one of the Top Ten Books of the Year.
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Conversations with American Writers
Dale Brown
For years, Dale Brown has interviewed American writers, listening particularly for what they have to say about “wrestling with the sacred” in their writing. In this book Brown gives readers the opportunity to listen in on his thoughtful conversations with ten contemporary writers. read more
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The Kings and Their Gods
Daniel Berrigan
The scenario that confronts us in the biblical text of 1 and 2 Kings is a turbulent one. Daniel Berrigan minces no words in his assessment of that biblical era. Prophets, kings, and the gods they worship — all are found wanting. read more
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All the People in the Bible
Richard R. Losch
All the People in the Bible really delivers on its title: you’ll find literally all of the Bible’s characters in this comprehensive and fascinating reference work. From the first entry on Aaron to the final entry covering Zopar, Richard Losch details each person in a lively narrative style that will have readers sticking around page after page. read more
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God Seekers
Richard H. Schmidt
A fresh, readable introduction to Christian spiritualities, God Seekers brings to life thirty-two spiritual masters from throughout Christian history. Through capsule biographies, selected quotations, and questions for reflection, Richard Schmidt presents and explores diverse ways of relating to God. read more
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America
on There Before Us
"Compelling studies of individual wrestlings with faith outside the context of traditional institutional teachings or consolations." more reviews
Chicago Tribune
on I, Vivaldi
"Acknowledging the few facts we have about Antonio Vivaldi, Janice Shefelman makes us see not only the sickly little boy who became the famous composer but also the passionate power of music in this Venetian world." more reviews
Publishers Weekly
on Conversations with American Writers
"Brown is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable interviewer. . . . This warmhearted collection capably introduces readers to new authors and illuminates the inherent tensions serious writers face in tackling spiritual themes." more reviews
Times Literary Supplement
on Wrestling with Angels
"This is a marvelous collection, full of riches, in equal measures provocative and profound." book information
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