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Published by Brazos Press, 2008, softcover, index, 176 pages, condition: new.
In Ecclesiastes, Solomon states that "all is vapor" and describes humans as trying to "shepherd the wind." In "Solomon among the Postmoderns," author Peter J. Leithart uses these claims, as well as the entire book of Ecclesiastes, to show how Solomon resonated with postmodernism.
Exploring the strengths and weaknesses of postmodernism, Leithart shows how the theory reflects an important biblical theme: the elusiveness and instability of the world. But he goes on to show that biblical faith takes us beyond cynicism and despair. "Solomon among the Postmoderns" will appeal to academics and laypeople alike seeking a biblical view of postmodernism.
Modernism is the tower of Babel, postmodernism is the confusion of languages after Babel. Solomon is like postmodernists except for one major difference: the postmoderns conclude that no one can shepherd the wind while Solomon confesses that Someone DOES, and that Someone calls us to feast and enjoy life under His benevolent care.
Leithart's audience in this book is a group of people he labels APCsAnti-Postmodern Christians. Many Christians make blanket statements about the perilous consequences of postmodernity without ever realizing they are embracing a worldview (modernity) that has just as many, if not more, negative consequences as postmodernity. In this book, Leithart shows how Christians should embrace certain aspects of postmodernity's "revenge" against modernity. Moreover he shows the shortcomings of postmodern theory and, as always, points to a vibrant faith in Christ as the only compass with which one can truly navigate this vaporous world.
If you have found yourself lambasting postmodernity, maybe you haven't quite understood it. Or, perhaps more likely, you haven't realized how much you've embraced the project of modernity.
All in all I think this is a wonderful book that offers some serious correction and insight into an area that many Christians need to be corrected and guided through. I highly recommend this book!
