In the Beginning There Was Joy, the first book in the Father Fox's Fantastical Fables series, tells the story of the big bang and how humans fit into the awesome, fantastical, cosmic picture! In this full-color, beautifully illustrated book, world- renowned theologian Matthew Fox weaves together modern science and classic spirituality in a whimsical, entertaining format to illustrate important truths to readers aged 4 and up. With artwork curated from illustrators around the world, this book expresses the joy and wonder of all peoples and cultures, planting seeds of respect, cooperation and hope to work together for the healing of our planet.

Experience the lighter, more whimsical side of Rev. Matthew Fox, visionary theologian and creator of Creation Spirituality!

In this full-color, beautifully illustrated paperback book, Matthew Fox introduces ideas from Creation Spirituality to kids of all ages. Parents and grandparents will also enjoy these thought-provoking, rhyming stories. Father Fox’s Fantastical Fables are designed to fill hearts with love, and minds with reverence for all of creation.

 Voted #13 on the 2023 Watkins List of Most Spiritually Influential People in the World, theologian Matthew Fox plants seeds of hope and inspiration for the next generation of nature lovers and eco-activists in this modern new series.

“Matthew Fox does it again, here for our young ones, who so need a positive, cosmic vision to thrive, or even survive, in a sad time.” – Father Richard Rohr, Author of The Universal Christ
 
“Matthew Fox offers a resounding affirmation of what our souls have always suspected: we are made for joy.”  – Mirabai Starr, Author of God of Love and Wild Mercy

“Matthew Fox has created a narrative, for every parent and grandparent, both spiritual and scientific, that is a gift for all elders who recognize their responsibility in initiating the young ones into the grandeur of existence.”  Cosmologist Brian Swimme, Author of Cosmogenesis and The Universe Story

“Matthew Fox has given all of us, children included, a wondrous and enchanting view of creation and all that humanity should aspire to.  Destined to become a classic.” – Caroline Myss, Author of Anatomy of the Spirit and A Time for Grace

“I absolutely LOVED reading this beautiful, creative, stirring story.” – Robert Holden, Author of Happiness NOW! and Higher Purpose

"This delicious book for children of all ages celebrates joy as the essential truth of reality." - Andrew Harvey, Author of The Hope and Radical Regeneration

Product details

• ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CN25GQ2T

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Viriditas Press (November 9, 2023)

• Language ‏ : ‎ English

• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 102 pages

• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8986183824

• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.1 ounces

• Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.23 x 10 inches