A Literary Guide to the Bible: A Study of the Types of Literature Present in the Old and New Testaments - Couverture souple

Wild, Laura H

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1428642595 ISBN 13 : 9781428642591

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2006

Synopsis

""A Literary Guide to the Bible"" by Laura H. Wild is a comprehensive study of the various types of literature found in both the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. The book explores the different literary genres present in the Bible, including poetry, narrative, prophecy, and apocalyptic literature. The author also examines the historical and cultural contexts in which these texts were written, and how they have been interpreted over time.The book is divided into two main sections: the first focuses on the Old Testament, while the second covers the New Testament. Each section is further divided into chapters that explore specific literary genres, such as the Psalms, the Prophets, the Gospels, and the Epistles. The author provides detailed analyses of key texts within each genre, highlighting their literary features and their significance within the broader context of the Bible.Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the importance of understanding the Bible as a work of literature, rather than simply a religious text. She argues that by studying the various literary genres present in the Bible, readers can gain a deeper appreciation for its complexity and richness, and can better understand its enduring influence on Western culture.Overall, ""A Literary Guide to the Bible"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Bible as a work of literature, as well as for scholars and students of religion, literature, and cultural studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2006
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1428642595
• ISBN 13: 9781428642591
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 284
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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