Trinity and Humanity : An Introduction to the Theology of Colin Gunton

This remarkable and intriguing work is the only single author and introductory treatment of Colin Gunton's significant theology currently available, tracing the key theological themes, major contributions and continuing criticisms of his work. The book highlights throughout the Trinity and the concept of humanity and mediation as critical to understanding Gunton's theology. A chief aim of the book is to recommend Gunton to an evangelical audience, while providing a general introduction and overview to all who are unfamiliar with his work. Colin Gunton Is Regarded By Many As One Of The Most Important English Theologians Of The Twentieth Century. A Prolific Writer And Creative Thinker, Gunton Taught At King’s College, London, For Over Thirty Years, Until His Untimely Death In 2003. In This First Single-authored Introduction To Gunton’s Theology, Uche Anizor Traces The Key Theological Themes, Major Contributors, And Criticisms Of His Work. Each Chapter Provides A Synthesis And Overview Of Gunton’s Thought On A Particular Doctrine Or Set Of Doctrines, Calling Attention To The Trinitarian Shape Of His Theology. In Trinity And Humanity, Anizor Provides A Handy Entrée Into The Corpus Of This Major Thinker. Colin Gunton is regarded by many as one of the most important English theologians of the twentieth century. A prolific writer and creative thinker, Gunton taught at King's College, London, for over thirty years, until his untimely death in 2003. In this first single-authored introduction to Gunton's theology, Uche Anizor traces the key theological themes, major contributors, and criticisms of his work. Each chapter provides a synthesis and overview of Gunton's thought on a particular doctrine or set of doctrines, calling attention to the Trinitarian shape of his theology. In Trinity and Humanity, Anizor provides a handy entree into the corpus of this major thinker.