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Christianity Today’s 2021 Book Awards
Our picks for the books most likely to shape evangelical life, thought, and culture.
A Natural History of Writing
From cuneiform to computer keystrokes.
Whose Status Quo?
Teachers, the public, and educational reform.
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The Princeton Tradition
Protestantism and higher education.
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The Long Night
A biography of William L. Shirer
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The Handel Revolution
A great composer reconceived.
Afghanistan Kidnappers Kill Hostage as South Korea Debates Mission Work
Plus: Malaysia changes course on Shari’ah courts, remembering Tammy Faye, a church is attacked by Christian terrorists, and other stories from online sources around the world.
South Korea Orders All Aid Groups Out of Afghanistan
Plus: Military ministry video faulted, all eyes on Christian voters (in Lebanon), and other stories from online sources around the world.
Alphabet Coup
Plus: Election results, Alito on Roe, Senate takes action on Air Force religion, and other stories from online sources around the world.
Just Us Sunday 2: This Time, It’s Impersonal
Plus: ELCA’s votes on gay unions and clergy, Time covers “Warren of Rwanda,” and many other stories from online sources around the world.