Books by Walter J. Ong

In these studies Professor Ong explores some previously unexamined reasons for Hopkins' uniqueness, including unsuspected connections between nineteenth-century sensibility and certain substructures of Christian belief.

?He approaches with boldness, originality, and historical insight the problem of revitalizing theology and clarifying the role of nontheological learning in Catholic education. Though it is primarily directed to Catholic intellectuals, his message will be of interest to all who are engaged in higher education. Highly recommended for college and university libraries.?-Library Journal

What accounts for the popularity of the macho image, the fanaticism of sports enthusiasts, and the perennial appeal of Don Quixote's ineffectual struggles? In Fighting for Life, Walter J. Ong addresses these and related questions, offering insight into the role of competition in human existence. Focusing on the ways in which human life is...