Cambridge's original Pitt Minion Bibles were notable for their use of a compact typeface designed for Cambridge University Press in the heyday of hot-metal composition. They have been a feature of the Cambridge list for over half a century. The NASB Pitt Minion Reference Edition now follows in this historic tradition, using a stylish modern digital typeface which like its predecessor combines utility and elegance. It uses the Lexicon typeface, carefully chosen for its economical use of space. This is the font used for dictionaries and encyclopaedias because it accommodates a lot of characters in a small space. The result is a classic Bible for the twenty first century produced in a remarkably compact yet readable form.
Cambridge's NASB Pitt Minion Bibles feature red-letter text for the words of Christ and full cross-references. Printed on India paper, the art-gilt-edged pages are sewn for maximum resilience and durability. This Bible has a ribbon to keep the place and a presentation page. Extra study features include a concordance and 16 pages of maps.
This Bible is bound in soft and supple black goatskin leather ( a traditional Morocco binding).
PeteTheGete
Posted October 6, 2010
Glad to have my favorite translation in a fine Cambridge binding. I bought it in 2007, have read every word of it, and it is still in new condition. The goatskin binding is first rate and should outlast all other Bibles I have had. The only thing I would recommend is that you examine and read from one in a bookstore before buying. The print is small for some people. Although I am 66 years old it is fine for me. It is worth it to get this handy size with references, concordance and maps. I am very pleased with mine.
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Posted April 13, 2009
Let me not mislead anyone. This is a fairly small Bible. If you are looking for a large Bible, do not buy this one. Otherwise, I am very impressed. I like the NASB translation. I own a very large, thick KJV study-Bible and this is, in many ways, just the opposite. I am currently reading the New Testament and am very happy with the speed I now have with this translation. I hope your eyes will adjust to the small print. If so, this is the Bible for you. The goatskin leather is terrific as well. Thanks. Ken.
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Overview
Cambridge's original Pitt Minion Bibles were notable for their use of a compact typeface designed for Cambridge University Press in the heyday of hot-metal composition. They have been a feature of the Cambridge list for over half a century. The NASB Pitt Minion Reference Edition now follows in this historic tradition, using a ...