Desert, Wilderness, Wasteland, and Word features an English translation of a recently discovered and until-now unpublished essay of Jacques Ellul's that examines the significance of the desert from biblical, theological, and ethical perspectives. It also provides an introduction that contextualizes Ellul's piece, and five incendiary essays that critically reflect on Ellul's work. Altogether, this volume offers fresh and provocative insight into the writings of Jacques Ellul during a historical moment that appears to be on its way to, or already in, a desert, wilderness, and wasteland, with many people in it who are desperate for encounters with a new, revitalizing Word.

Jacques Ellul (1912-94) was professor of the history and sociology of institutions at the University of Bordeaux. A sociologist, historian, and Protestant lay theologian, Ellul is primarily known for his writings on technology, propaganda, and Christian anarchism.



Michael Morelli is assistant professor of theology and ethics at Northwest Seminary and College, a founding member of ACTS Seminaries, and an affiliate of Trinity Western University. He is the author of Theology, Ethics, and Technology in the Work of Jacques Ellul and Paul Virilio.