When I first read Eagleton's Literary Theory, I thought he was brilliant: knowledgeable and witty. This book has occasional flashes of insight, but is marred by, among other things, grotesque caricatures of pretty much all things American. I find fault with many of the same things that Eagleton belabors, only I can do without the puerile snottiness and strained attempts at eccentric humor. Too much of a screed. Unimpressive.

Surveys the history of discussion concerning the relationship between Christian baptism and the remission of sins. Several chapters include a history of pre-American theology, but the focus is on Alexander Campbell, Barton W. Stone, and the controversies in which the Restoration Movement (Stone-Campbell Movement) engaged throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries (including rebaptism, open membership, and Christians among the sects). Authors include professors from both Churches of Christ and Independent Christian Churches.

Although the translation is done in a smooth and lucid style, there are certain disadvantages. Firstly the translation is done in an old English style (i.e. "thees and thous"). Secondly, the author forces his own opinions and the opinions of his unrecognized sect into the translation of certain verses. A much better translation would be "Towards Understanding the Qur'an" by Abul A'la Maududi (published by the Islamic Foundation of UK). The language is much more modern, and the commentary is fresh and informative.

if your in search of ones self, very easy to read and break down. Pages can rip easily, if to harsh.

I Just got The Holy Qur'an today and i am very disappointed. The book itself is actually quite beautiful, with gold edged pages but thats not why i bought it... I bought this version of the Qur'an because it is advertised as published in 1990, The first thing I saw when i opened the book was "NEW 2002 EDITION" ..... I have been searching for a pre-9/11 Qur'an. If someone knows where i can find one please let me know.

I have been studying Islam for some now and I have many translations of the Holy Quran. I must say, without prejudice, that this one is the most clear and understandable of them all. But more impressive is the commmentary that runs along with the translation -- this adds considerable context. If you had one Holy Quran, this is the one to get.Oh, by the way, none of the reviewers who gave this 1 star actually bought this book....none are verified Amazon buyers. They are bigots who have an axe to grind with the Ahamdi Muslim doctrine. Google "ahamadiyya prosecution" to find out more about these people.