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Even though Karl Barth is considered the premier Protestant theologian of the 20th century, how many scholars actually study him? If ever a theologian required a guide, it would be Barth whose massive Church Dogmatics alone spans over eight thousand pages and six million words.

Through An Explorer's Guide to Karl Barth David Guretzki wants to rectify this shortfall by offering a user-friendly guide to Barth's life and theology. Guretzki's guide provides frequently asked questions, a tour of Barth's major texts, a primer on Church Dogmatics, a glossary of key concepts and influences, and more. With decades of study and teaching on Barth under his belt, Guretzki has compiled numerous hints and notes along the way that will give first-time readers or seasoned Barth scholars alike the tools and tips they need to best explore the writings of this Swiss theologian.