The Bible: A Beginner's Guide
- ISBN-10
- 1851689907
- ISBN-13
- 9781851689903
- Series
- The Bible
- Category
- Religion
- Pages
- 224
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2013-06-06
- Publisher
- ONEWorld Publications
- Author
- Paula Gooder
Description
From the language of Shakespeare to the US presidential campaign trail, the Bible’s influence is all around us. It is the most-printed book of all time, yet, upon reading it, we are met not by one work but by many: a complex mix of history and parable, law and prophecy. In this authoritative and impartial introduction, Paula Gooder ably guides the reader in how to approach this multifaceted text, and explores its enduring influence on Western culture, from Renaissance art to Mel Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ. Featuring textboxes focussing on key details, Gooder provides an illuminating framework for understanding the Bible and shares her infectious enthusiasm for the topic. Covering its origins, content and interpretation, this wide-ranging primer will be of invaluable benefit to those of any and no faith alike.
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