THE MACDONALDIZATION OF THE CHURCH:
Spirituality, Creativity, and the Future of the Church
By John Drane. Darton, Longman & Todd. 203 pp. £9.95
ISBN 0 232 52259 6
John Drane is Head of Practical Theology at the University of Aberdeen. He is the author of a number of books, including The Lion Illustrated Encyclopaedia of the Bible. Drane also contributed to the IVP Illustrated Bible Dictionary, and is an able writer and scholar, whose books have been read and appreciated by many people.
This book reflects the author's abilities as both a writer and a thinker, and his reputation will no doubt ensure a wide readership. It is clear from this and other works by Drane that he has a passion to reach contemporary people, and communicate with them on their terms. It is that passion that explains both the strength and the weakness of this book.
