Controversial - argues for the non-margin
Jesus as a historical figure is a topical area for discussion
Engages with modern critical theory eg: Kierkegaard
Variety of critical approaches and perspectives - historical, literary, contemporary, James as brother of Jesus
'This is indeed a thoroughly worthwhile exposition of the letter of James.' - Ministry Today
'Richard Bauckham offers us not a commentary but a study of the epistle in the light of what he sees as its historical and literary contexts ... my admiration for a stimulating work.' - Michael J. Townsend, The Expository Times Vol.III No.3, Dec. 1999
'This is a distinguished contribution to Routledge's New Testament Readings series. It combines in a single volume careful and original scholarship with helpful and discriminating hermeneutical observations.' - James Carleton Paget, Journal of Theological Studies
'... a penetrating study ...' - The Bible Today
'This book will be a helpful guide to those engaging with James either in the church or the academy, and it would be a welcome read alongside a more verse-by-verse type commentary.' - Preaching & Leadership, Midwestern Journal of Theology
Richard Bauckham is Professor of New Testamnet Studies at the University of St Andrews. He is the author of The Theology of the Book of Revelation (1993)