Apocalyptic Bodies: The Biblical End of the World in Text and Image

by Tina Pippin

Overview

Apocalyptic Bodies traces the biblical notions of the end of the world as represented in ancient and modern texts, art, music and popular culture, for example the paintings of Bosch. Tina Pippin addresses the question of how far we, in the late twentieth century, are capable of reading and responding to the 'signs of the times'. It will appeal not only to those studying religion, but also to those fascinated with interpretations of the end of the world.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415182492
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	04/15/1999
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

Apocalyptic Bodies: The Biblical End of the World in Text and Image, Tina Pippin, Contents, Preface, 1. Introduction: Apocalypse as Sequel, 2. A Good Apocalypse is Hard to Find: Crossing the Apocalyptic Borders of Mark 13, 3. Jezebel Revamped, 4. The Power of Babel: Spiralling out of Control, 5. Peering into the Abyss: A Postmodern reading of the Biblical Bottomless Pit, 6. Apocalyptic Horror, 7. Apocalyptic Fear, 8.Conclusion: The Joy of (Apocalyptic) Sex, Notes, Bibliography, Index of names and terms, Index of biblical and related texts.

Editorial Reviews

'there are some very stimulating and provocative readings of biblical passages and themes presented here.' - Modern Believing January 2000

'A book that will be very helpful in interdisciplinary settings where scholars explore the many different ways biblical notions of the End have been - and still are being - presented.' - Fred W. Burnett, Religious Studies Review.

'Tina Pippin draws on her own Southern background, a wonderful literary flair, and her strong feminist perspective ... her thoughtful presentation deserves serious consideration.' - The Bible Today

'Pippin's readings in this book are both engaging and engaged. She brings together a wealth of material and offers refreshing new insights and challenging interpretations ... [her] work merits attantion not only from exegetes or theologians, but from anyone interested in the influence of the Bible on Western culture and in The End.' - Caroline Vander Stichele, Women, Ritual and Liturgy

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