Books by Derek Johnston

Offering an introduction to the subject of philosophy, this book is suitable for teenagers and students coming to philosophy for the first time, and also for those who doesn't know where to start. It examines 18 key thinkers, from Socrates to Derrida, exploring their ideas in relation to each other and to their historical and cultural contexts.

This book explores the literary and cultural history behind certain Christmas and Halloween traditions, and examines the way that they have moved into broadcasting. It demonstrates how these horror traditions have become more domestic and personal, and how they provide a necessary seasonal pause for reflection on our fears.

Suitable for students new to the subject of theology. This book examines 16 key thinkers and concepts, from the "New Testament" to "Feminist Theology". It starts by considering some of the authors of "New Testament" writings and then focuses on 16 thinkers of the western tradition of theological speculation.