Series: Little Books of Guidance

Regarded by believers as the foundation stone of their faith, and as a stumbling block by those who struggle to believe, the resurrection of Jesus lies at the heart of the Christian gospel. James D. G. Dunn sets out clearly and fairly the arguments for and against Jesus' resurrection, and explains why most biblical scholars believe the weight of historical...

For many people, the crucifixion of Jesus by the Romans is just another tragic fact of history – a cruel travesty of justice, perhaps, but nothing more. But for Christians, the death of Jesus has a much deeper and far-reaching significance. Why Did Jesus Have to Die? by Dr Jane Williams examines the reasons why Jesus' death was seen by...

Rowan Williams takes you to the heart of what Christianity means for those who practise it, and the hope it offers to the world at large. What is Christianity? is a book for all who wonder what the Christian faith is all about, and what difference it really makes.