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Stanley J. Grenz (Author)
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Publication Date: Feb 6 1996
Postmodernism is an emerging force in contemporary Western culture. But what is it and how should Christians proclaim the gospel to a postmodern generation? In this scholarly yet accessible overview, Grenz introduces you to thinkers such as Derrida and Foucault, and helps you understand the impact of this cultural shift on art, philosophy, literature, and the media.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A great introduction to postmodernist thought. Feb 10 2011
By armchair adventurer
Format:Paperback
Over the past few months I've been devouring books and lectures on modern philosophical thought and this book has by far been the broadest and most accessible for a neophyte such as myself. I first listened to the audio version of this book then bought the printed version for more concentrated study. Don't let the fact that this book was written to enlighten a christian audience on the subject of Postmodernism dissuade you from giving it a chance, only the introduction and last chapter even bring that to the readers attention, the rest of the book is pure presentation of the major thinkers ideas, written lucidly by an extremely knowledgable teacher. I doubt you'll find better value on this subject.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best in it's class Dec 11 2002
By J. W. Handley
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This is probably the best book I've read to understand postmodernism and it's imact upon the church. Grenz is highly readable and immensely insightful in making plain the complexities and realities of our day.
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4.0 out of 5 stars But what if you're not Religious Oct 21 1999
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I liked his take on our age, but for my taste, it was written from too much of a religious orientation. I found Postmodernism for Beginners more entertaining, with insightful reviews of major postmodern thinkers and tinkerers and tricksters.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Provides a good framework for understanding the movement...
Is a good book to read if you're searching to (and, I know this is ironic) nail down postmodernism to a few tenets you can understand. Read more
Published on April 28 2002 by Hi-top
5.0 out of 5 stars Best of 6 I read on the topic
This is the most lucid and complete introductory discussion of postmodernism that I have read. His discussion is helpful and accesable. Read more
Published on Oct 26 2001 by Stanford Gibson
5.0 out of 5 stars This is what got me started!
I think Grenz did a wonderful job in presenting postmodernism. Not only does he deal with the philosophical aspect, but also the broad cultural parts of postmodernism. Read more
Published on Aug 5 2001 by Berek Qinah Smith
4.0 out of 5 stars Postmodernism without the weird stuff
This is one of the most accessible books on postmodernism (PM) available. While other authors become almost unintelligible when discussing PM, this fellow remains clear and fairly... Read more
Published on Feb 20 2001 by Jeffrey B Robinson
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for interpreting our culture and theology
Dr. Grenz always seems to write in an enjoyable, clear fashion. He has done this again in "A Primer On Postmodernism". Read more
Published on Jun 3 2000 by Robert A. Terrell
4.0 out of 5 stars Great overview of postmodernism from evangelical perspective
This is the best overview I have seen, summarizing a good variety of strands of thought that comprise postmodernism, including elements from both philosophy and science. Read more
Published on May 26 1999
1.0 out of 5 stars AHHHHHH the pain!
I was forced to read this book for Philosophy class and it has scarred me for life. There aren't any pictures or anything. I finished a 1,000 word paper on it too. Read more
Published on April 20 1999
5.0 out of 5 stars Helpfully traces the development of postmodern thought
A Primer on Postmodernism is a helpful introduction to postmo culture and some of its leading thinkers (Rorty, Derrida and Foucault). Read more
Published on Aug 24 1998 by sshields@e-mailbox.com
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome!!
Grenz's analysis of postmodernism is the best I've ever read!
Published on Nov 19 1997 by kevin.ford@trynice.com
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