The illustrated guide to the Bible /

Porter, J. R. 1921-2006.

The illustrated guide to the Bible / J.R. Porter. - New York : Oxford University Press, c2008. - 288 pages : illustrations (some colour), colour maps ; 24 cm.

Originally published: New York : Oxford University Press, 1995.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 274-275) and index.

Examines the Biblical narratives in their historical, social, archaeological, and mythological contexts and provides a section with a book-by-book summary of the Bible.

9780195342338 (paperback)

2008274023


Bible--History of Biblical events.
Bible--Illustrations.
Bible--Introductions.


Jews--Civilization--To 70 A.D.


Palestine--Civilization.


Pictures.

BS635.3 / .P67 2008

220.6/1