Convenient Myths
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Convenient Myths by Iain Provan
The contemporary world has been shaped by two important and potent myths - Karl Jaspers' construct of the axial age, and the myth of the dark green golden age, as narrated by David Suzuki and others. Iain Provan illuminates the influence of these two deeply entrenched and questionable myths.
"Overall [ Convenient Myths ] makes a persuasive case, albeit often against popular writers, and offers a salient warning against the uncritical appropriation of cultural assumptions" -- R S Watson, Society for Old Testament Study
"This is an important book to read, not just for those who are tempted to believe in the axial age or dark green golden age, but for any people who are tempted to disrespect their dead neighbors by distorting history to pursue a present agenda." -- Elliot Ritzema, All is Grist
"This is an important book to read, not just for those who are tempted to believe in the axial age or dark green golden age, but for any people who are tempted to disrespect their dead neighbors by distorting history to pursue a present agenda." -- Elliot Ritzema, All is Grist
Iain Provan is the Marshall Sheppard Professor of Biblical Studies, Regent College. He lives in the Vancouver, Canada area.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781602589926 |
| ISBN 10 | 1602589925 |
| Title | Convenient Myths |
| Author | Iain Provan |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Baylor University Press |
| Year published | 2019-09-30 |
| Number of pages | 171 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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