Reviews and Awards
"...the clarity and succinctness of each entry is well suited for high school classes, lower-level college literature courses, or any reader beginning an exploration of the Bible as literature. Recommended."
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"...a clearly written and concise overview..."
American Reference Books Annual"Depth, breadth, objectivity, and clarity distinguish this fine guide to a literary study of the Bible...Scholarly but unpretentious, this judicious guide to a literary interpretation of the Scriptures is a solid addition to the series."
School Library Journal"For the price, this reference provides an excellent introduction to not just the literary but also the theological studies of the Bible...suitable for public, academic, church, and synagogue libraries."
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