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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· 28d

Congratulations to Angela Franks! 🎉 BODY AND IDENTITY received Second Place in Philosophical Studies at the 2026 Catholic Media Association Book Awards! 📚✨ #CMABookAwards Read more: undpress.nd.edu/blog...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· 28d

Congratulations to David Bentley Hart! 🎉 THE LIGHT OF TABOR has received an Honorable Mention in the Jesus–Christology category at the 2026 Catholic Media Association Book Awards! 📚✨ #CMABookAwards Read more: undpress.nd.edu/blog...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· 28d

Our summer sale is finally here! Code NDPSUM26 unlocks 40% off all books on our website. Plus, receive free shipping on orders over $50! #BookSale #40OFF Start saving! undpress.nd.edu/summ...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· 29d

"[Curtright] makes a compelling case that, far from leading a retired contemplative existence in the Tower of London, #ThomasMore continued to exercise his rhetorical abilities in defense of his religious and political convictions." ~Modern Age Review: https://bit.ly/4cWLEuI

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· 29d

Congratulations to Josh McMullen! 🎉 THE GLACIER PRIEST received Second Place in #Biography at the 2026 Catholic Media Association Book Awards! 📚✨ #CMABookAwards Read more: undpress.nd.edu/blog...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jul 13

“It seems almost unfair that one man should be able to write so well, and so variously, about so many subjects—literary #Translation, #Australia..., phone booths, and (obviously) #Baseball. Here they are all brought together by Hart's infectious enthusiasm.” ~Matthew Boudway undpress.nd.edu/9780...

Cover of "A Gathering of Leaves" by David Bentley Hart features a pastoral landscape with trees and figures, under a serene sky. Title on a green background of the lower half.

University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jul 10

Nine Notre Dame Books Receive Catholic Media Association Book Awards #NDPBlog undpress.nd.edu/blog...

University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jul 9

Through close examination of ancient, medieval, and modern #Lives of the #Saints, Ann W. Astell demonstrates how the historical transformation of #Hagiography as a genre correlates with similar changes in biblical studies. THE SAINT'S LIFE AND THE SENSES OF SCRIPTURE is new in #Paperback!

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jul 8

"Ashley Purpura distinguishes herself from feminist theologians who view Christianity as hopelessly patriarchal through an approach that seeks to foreground theological resources—within the Christian, and particularly the Orthodox, tradition..." —Religion & Society in East and West

Cover for Purpura’s "Women in the Orthodox Tradition." The full title appears below and the author’s name appears at top. The central image is a colorful abstract painting of a robed woman holding a child in her arm. Circles surround the woman’s head. "An advocacy for women's voices, contributions, and diverse humanity within the church."

University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jul 6

FUSIONISM tells a compelling and necessary #History of how the #American #Conservative movement lost its philosophical compass—and a case for why it must be recovered. Preorder your copy at: undpress.nd.edu/9780...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jul 3

"Blitz makes a strong case for a phenomenological approach to the study of #Politics... [He] offers a radical, thought-provoking departure from the reigning orthodoxies of the profession." ~Choice #Politics #Philosophy #Reason Soon in #Paperback! REASON AND POLITICS: undpress.nd.edu/9780...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 30

While the health of the body can be defined by its functioning parts and systems, the health of the person is more complex. A THEOLOGY OF HEALTH presents a #Christian understanding of the very concept of #Health. Soon in #Paperback! Preorder at: undpress.nd.edu/9780...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 25

FICTIONS, LIES, AND THE AUTHORITY OF LAW discusses legal, political, and cultural difficulties that arise from the crisis of authority in the modern world. #Law #Politics #Authority #Lies Steven D. Smith’s book is new in #Paperback this August! Preorder at: undpress.nd.edu/9780...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 24

THE POLITICAL THOUGHT OF DAVID HUME argues that the #Epicurean roots of David Hume’s philosophy gave rise to liberalism’s unrelenting grip on the modern political imagination. #Politics #Liberalism #DavidHume Don’t miss the new #Paperback edition! undpress.nd.edu/9780...

University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 23

ENDING PERSECUTION exposes the harsh reality of religious repression, discussing #Terrorism, #Genocide, #Extremism, and #Tyranny. The book argues that the #USA must recommit to ending oppression. #HumanRights #Religion Preorder your paperback copy at: undpress.nd.edu/9780...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 22

@spine_magazine's Uni-Press Round Up blog featured FOR AND AGAINST A UNITED IRELAND. Renowned journalists Fintan O’Toole and Sam McBride provide an accessible and measured approach to the polarized debate about #Irishunification. #Ireland Check out the full round up here: spinemagazine.co/art...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 19

We're hiring! The University of Notre Dame Press invites a creative, experienced, and forward-thinking Acquisitions Editor to join our dynamic publishing team. 📖 See the full job description at the link below. Deadline to apply is July 12th. careers.nd.edu/searc...

University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 19

Explore the dark reaches of popular #Horror films with Ryan G. Duns, SJ’s award-winning THEOLOGY OF HORROR. Undertake an unconventional pilgrimage in search of these films’ buried theological insights. #Movies #Theology Coming soon in #Paperback! undpress.nd.edu/9780...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 19

Celebrating 250 Years of American Democracy #NDPBlog undpress.nd.edu/blog...

University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 18

THE AUTHORITARIAN DIVIDE details the tactics of #Populist leaders amidst the global decline of #Democracy. This analysis of #Polarization in #Turkey, #Venezuela, and #Ecuador is new in #Paperback! undpress.nd.edu/9780...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 16

FAITH OF THE FATHERS author, Robert J. Miller, will be at the Grand Rapids Civil War Round Table in Grand Rapids, MI on June 17, 2026. More event details can be found here: http://www.grcwrt.co...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 15

Congratulations, Ali Altaf Mian! ISLAMIC ETHICS AND SPIRITUAL SOVEREIGNTY is now available. This #NewBook is grounded in the vast textual #Archive of Maulānā Thānavī, one of modern South Asia's foremost #Muslim #Theologians and Sufis. #Genre #Sovereignty #SouthAsia #Ethics undpress.nd.edu/9780...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 12

Read about "Jacques Maritain, Modernity, and Common Goods" in an excerpt from Alasdair MacIntyre’s writings. A new volume, ALASDAIR MACINTYRE ON PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY, includes this essay and more. #JacquesMaritain #Modernity #Philosophy #Excerpt: https://bit.ly/4eyF5kL

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 11

"WHY RELIGIOUS FREEDOM MATTERS is a welcome overview of the vital importance of #religiousfreedom by a veteran writer of informed studies on the subject over the last 30 years." — Providence #Democracy Read the full review here: providencemag.com/20...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 9

We always enjoy seeing our authors with their books! Here is Barbara Zimbalist, author of TRANSLATING CHRIST IN THE MIDDLE AGES at our #ICMS booth last month! You can check out Barbara's book and other featured books from ICMS until June 15 here: undpress.nd.edu/icms...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 8

Listen now! Author D. G. Hart joins @graceatthegates to discuss PROTESTANTS AND PATRIOTS. Hart chronicles the transatlantic history of #Presbyterianism as a political movement from the sixteenth to the nineteenth centuries. #religion #theology www.youtube.com/watc...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 5

DOUBTING THOMAS presents a deep analysis of four key debates between #Aquinas and his contemporaries, offering a fresh perspective on behalf of the saint’s major critics. #Philosophy #Theology #Franciscan Available this August! Preorder at: undpress.nd.edu/9780...

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 4

"Hart’s writings are rarely interested in making friends with, or ingratiating him to, his interlocutors. But YOU ARE GODS, despite its bravado, has an alluring audacity." —Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies Check out the full review here: www.academia.edu/875...

Book cover for 'You Are Gods' by David Bentley Hart features religious imagery set against a textured backdrop. The cover highlights themes of Christian thought, encouraging reflection on theological perspectives. The image conveys a scholarly and contemplative tone.

University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 3

We always enjoy seeing our authors with their books! Here is Jessica Barr, author of MEDIEVAL HOLY WOMEN AND THE DESIRE FOR DEATH at our #ICMS booth last month! You can check out Jessica Barr's book and other featured titles here: undpress.nd.edu/icms... #medievalstudies #womensstudies

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University of Notre Dame Press@undpress· Jun 2

"But here Hancock goes further, engaging with thinkers from Aquinas and Tocqueville to Leo Strauss and Pierre Manent to point toward a 'practical ethics' for the postmodern age..." —New Criterion Check out the full review here: newcriterion.com/dis...