Paul J. Contino

Charitable Writing

Arts & Literature

“Gibson and Beitler draw upon a broad, deep understanding of the Christian tradition as it is represented in both word and image. Charitable Writing will inspire students and their teachers to approach the task of composing argumentative prose in a new way: as a spiritual discipline animated by love of God and love of neighbor. For as long as I continue to teach and to write, I will keep their wise book close at hand.”

Christianity and Literature

Arts & Literature

“This is a very useful book for anyone interested in the field of religion and literature, and it is especially illuminating for Christian scholars, be they fledgling or seasoned. With its graceful organization, thoughtful judgments and capacious scope, Christianity and Literature will provide a welcome resource for university English classes. Students and their teachers will come away from this book with a keener understanding of the way the Christian tradition--grounded in metaphysical and critical realism--animates enduring literature. In the book's consistent exploration of the ways literature integrates the true, good and beautiful, readers will also emerge with renewed confidence in their vocations as literary scholars.”

The Flourishing Teacher

Work, Money & Leadership

“What a wonderful, invigorating, and encouraging book! I recommend it to anyone committed to the 'spiritual work' of college teaching. With honesty and confidence born of long experience, the author shares her vocational journey through the form of the academic year. Along the way, she offers splendid, practical wisdom while sustaining a graced tone of gratitude. The Flourishing Teacher is a vital addition to any professor's 'soul shelf,' but especially those of us who teach at church-related schools.”