A masterly exposition of Paul's thought by one of his leading contemporary interpreters The summation of a lifetime's study this landmark book offers an unparalleled wealth of detailed insights into Paul's life times & enduring impact Destined to become the point of reference in Pauline studies for the next decade & beyond ' Tom Wright's long-awaited full-length study of St Paul will not in any way disappoint the high expectations that surround it From the very first sentence it holds the attention arguing a strong persuasive coherent & fresh case supported by immense scholarship & comprehensive theological intelligence It is a worthy successor to his earlier magisterial studies of the themes of the Kingdom & the Resurrection lively passionate & deeply constructive laying out very plainly the ways in which the faith of the New Testament is focused on God's purpose to re-create through the fact of Jesus crucified & risen our entire understanding of authority & social identity' Rowan Williams Master of Magdalene College Cambridge