Blessed Are The Uncool

You can be cool. You can be a Christian. But can you be both? Paul Grant traces the history of "cool" as a cultural phenomenon, defining it as "permanent, individual rebellion" and contrasting it with the more compelling Christian vision: a reconciled kingdom of God, where rebellion and indifference are answered with faith, hope and love.Market/AudienceCulture-watchersYoung adultsFeatures and BenefitsA cultural history and critique of "cool".A fresh perspective on contemporary American culture.A unique angle on Christian discipleship and witness.