Surveys twentieth century theologies of work, contrasting differing approaches to consider the “problem of labor” from a theological perspective.<br><ul><br><li>Aimed at theologians concerned with how Christianity might engage in social criticism, as well those who are interested in the connection between Marxist and Christian traditions <br><li>Explores debates about labor under capitalism and considers the relationship between divine and human work <br><li>Through a thorough reading of Weber's <i>Protestant Work Ethic</i>, argues that the triumph of the "spirit of utility" is crucial to understanding modern notions of work <br><li>Draws on the work of various twentieth century Catholic thinkers, including Josef Pieper, Jacques Maritain, Eric Gill, and David Jones <br><li>Published in the new and prestigious <i>Illuminations</i> series.</li></ul>