Robin Gill Books

The enlarged third edition of this textbook emphasizes the essential role of chemical principles in Earth sciences, catering specifically to geoscience students. It offers a clear and accessible introduction to 'geo-relevant' chemistry while enhancing coverage of environmental geoscience. A notable addition in this edition is a new chapter on isotope geochemistry, providing students with updated knowledge crucial for their studies and future careers in the field.

How can Christian ethics contribute significantly to health care ethics in today's Western, pluralistic society? Gill explores the healing stories in the Synoptic Gospels, identifying four core virtues present within them - compassion, care, faith and humility - that might bring greater depth to a purely secular interpretation of health care ethics.

Focusing on the role of moral communities, Robin Gill explores the unique attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of churchgoers, highlighting their distinctiveness in relation to faith and moral order. The book reveals how these attitudes can evolve and how moral disagreements exist among various church groups. Interestingly, many values and behaviors of church communities are also reflected in nonchurchgoers. This relative distinctiveness is essential for understanding contemporary Christian ethics.

Focusing on the intersection of sociology and theology, the author argues that understanding social context is essential for effective theological practice. Addressing objections from both theologians and sociologists, the book highlights how a sociological perspective can illuminate modern fundamentalism. This work provides a fresh and significant exploration of social dynamics, offering valuable insights into contemporary theological discussions and the role of social context in shaping beliefs.

Over the years a number of theologians have been using aspects of sociology alongside the more traditional resources of philosophy. In this book, the author makes a renewed contribution to the mapping of three abiding ways of relating theology and sociology.

Focusing on the intersection of Christian ethics and health care, the book examines healing stories from the Synoptic Gospels to highlight four core virtues: compassion, care, faith, and humility. These virtues not only enhance secular health care ethics but are also found in various religious and humanistic traditions. Professor Gill advocates for integrating these principles to create a more profound ethical framework in today's diverse society, offering a holistic approach to health care ethics.

Addressing the evolving landscape of bioethics, this book explores pressing moral dilemmas faced by Christians in light of modern scientific advancements like assisted dying and stem-cell research. It encourages readers to engage with recent developments and cultivate their own informed perspectives. Originally written for the Church Times, the updated content provides insights to help navigate complex ethical issues, fostering responsible opinion formation with clarity and conviction.

The exploration of human perfection, deemed unattainable by many, is a central theme in this work. Robin Gill analyzes representations of perfection in secular culture alongside New Testament texts, particularly focusing on the Synoptic accounts of the Transfiguration. He presents a Christian perspective on perfection that carries significant implications for social ethics, highlighting the contrast between idealized human traits and the realities of human existence.

The book examines the enduring influence of theological concepts on modern society, drawing on the tradition of Max Weber. It discusses how theological virtues can permeate societal debates, highlighting the public discourse surrounding "Honest to God" in the 1960s. Additionally, it addresses contemporary discussions about faith and social capital, providing new insights and evidence that challenge conventional perspectives on the interplay between theology and societal dynamics.

Christian Ethics: The Basics sets out clearly and critically the different ways that Augustine, Aquinas and Luther continue to shape ethics today within and across Christian denominations. It assumes no previous knowledge of the subject and can be read by religious believers and non-believers alike. Readers are introduced to Christian ethics from the ground up before being invited to consider some of the most controversial but important questions facing people across the world today. Topics addressed include: Concise, readable and authoritative, this is the ideal primer for anyone interested in the study of religious ethics and Christianity.