Is postmodern theory on its way out? If so, is a renewed interest in theology rising in its wake? Terry Eagleton, who was once the avatar of po-mo scholarship has recently been seen quoting St. Paul all over his new book, "After Theory." Seems that the requisite alienation and nihilism of po-mo theory has got him down, and a renewed interest in community, virtue and an exploration of the relationship between law and morality is the cure.
On somewhat of a digression, let me say I'd give a million bucks to read a glut of scholarly writing about St. Paul illuminated by the finer points of postmodern thought. I think we can all agree that it would be far more interesting than yet another dissertation about "Friends" or "Buffy."
It's not that I don't think "Friends" is worth any scholarly attention; I just wonder how relevant the vagaries of Ross & Rachel's relationship will be 35 years from now. St. Paul, on the other hand, seems to have no trouble putting people in a tizzy almost 2000 years since he wrote his missives. "Ever ancient, ever new" indeed.
Anyways, there's a fantastic review of Eagleton's new book on "Books and Culture." I especially like the last line: "Revolution is indissoluble from resurrection."
Now that's a theory.
Also, check out this link to strange academic titles. My favorite is "Director of Social Equity." Talk about responsibility.
On somewhat of a digression, let me say I'd give a million bucks to read a glut of scholarly writing about St. Paul illuminated by the finer points of postmodern thought. I think we can all agree that it would be far more interesting than yet another dissertation about "Friends" or "Buffy."
It's not that I don't think "Friends" is worth any scholarly attention; I just wonder how relevant the vagaries of Ross & Rachel's relationship will be 35 years from now. St. Paul, on the other hand, seems to have no trouble putting people in a tizzy almost 2000 years since he wrote his missives. "Ever ancient, ever new" indeed.
Anyways, there's a fantastic review of Eagleton's new book on "Books and Culture." I especially like the last line: "Revolution is indissoluble from resurrection."
Now that's a theory.
Also, check out this link to strange academic titles. My favorite is "Director of Social Equity." Talk about responsibility.