The Bible: The Basics

The Bible: The Basics is an accessible and engaging introduction to the Bible as both a sacred text, central to the faith of millions, and a classic work of Western literature, containing a tapestry of genres, voices, perspectives, and images. This guide skilfully addresses both aspects of the Bible’s character by exploring:

• the rich variety of literary forms, from poetry to prophecy and epistles to apocalypses;

• the historical, geographic, and social context of the Bible;

• c...