Martyrdom: A Very Short Introduction

Martyrdom is a controversial topic, with a long history of provoking fierce debate. In this Very Short Introduction Jolyon Mitchell provides a historical analysis to understand the contemporary debates surrounding martyrdom. Using examples from a variety of contexts around the world, he explores how it has evolved, and what it means today.

• | By (Author): Jolyon (Director Of Ctpi (The Centre For Theology And Public Issues) At The University Of Edinburgh) Mitchell
• | Publisher: Oxford University Press
• | Publication Date: Nov 29, 2012
• | Country of Publication: United Kingdom
• | Number of Pages: 160 pages
• | Language: Unknown
• | Binding: Softback
• | ISBN-10: 0199585237
• | ISBN-13: 9780199585236