Reading Faithfully – Volume One

Writings from the Archives: Theology and Hermeneutics

by Hans W. Frei and edited by Mike Higton and Mark Alan Bowald

Book cover: Reading Faithfully – Volume One

Extent: 246 pages

Publisher: James Clarke & Co

Subject: Religious Studies

Language: English

Paperback (No longer our product)

(April 2017)

ISBN: 9780227176474

5.98 x 9.02 inches

Price: $41.00

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PDF (No longer our product)

(April 2017)

ISBN: 9780227906262

Price: $32.99

The first volume of a two-part anthology of previously uncollected writings by the influential American theologian Hans W. Frei.


Hans Frei (1922-1988) was perhaps the leading Anselmian theologian of his generation. His influence is extensive in contemporary theology, and his work marks the beginning of a decisive shift in biblical interpretation. Reading Faithfully, which is the first of two volumes, is a special collection that includes a wide range of his letters, lectures, book reviews and other items, many of them not previously available in print. Analytical and perceptive, Frei’s writings expands his arguments about the meaning and truth of scriptural narrative, distinguishing his ideas from other forms of narrative or story theology as well as exploring the kinds of political theology consistent with his typological imagination. Alongside Volume II, this is an invaluable resource that provides new insights into the nature and implications of Frei’s work. It is essential reading for anyone with an interest in the development of religious thought and understanding.

  • Edited by Hans W Frei

"Imagine the excitement that would accompany the discovery of Brahm's sketches for a fifth symphony, or unpublished letters from Einstein on the theory of relativity. These pieces provide something similar: Hans Frei's emerging thinking about biblical narrativity and theology. This volume is further evidence of the seminal nature and continuing significance of Frei's close theologising."Kevin J. Vanhoozer, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
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