Towards a Theology of Beauty (Theology)

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Summary: Refocusing on Beauty
Review: Written prior to his 1999 book Enjoying the Beauty of God, this book serves as an informative introduction to the later work. John Navone introduces the reader to the subject of beauty within the Christian world and outlines the theological presuppositions necessary to develop a more complete theology of beauty for the contemporary church. Navone's style is at times confusing when refering to God/beauty/Beauty Itself etc. however, the overall tone of the book is both interesting and authoratative. Of particular value to the lay reader concerned with the subject of beauty within the Christian west, and the value of the recovery of beauty in contemporary belief. In chapter seven of this work Navone outlines the presuppositions that are necessary for a deeper formulation of a theology of beauty. This inclusion is very helpful. This book is what it purports to be - not an exhaustive treatise on beauty but a necessary prerequisite for further study and reflection. That Navone's book is followed in 1999 by Enjoying God's Beauty is not a surprise but a fitting conclusion to this book.