Gratuitous Suffering and the Problem of Evil

<p><em>Gratuitous Suffering and the Problem of Evil: A Comprehensive Introduction</em> is among the first book-length discussions of theistic approaches to the problem of evil.　 Bryan Frances's lucid analyses of a variety of possible responses to the problem of evil will provide serious students or general readers much material with which to consider this ancient and contemporary concern.</p> <p></p> <p>The book offers many useful pedagogical features including chapter overviews study questions summaries and suggested readings.　 </p>