The Book Of Genesis: A Biography (lives Of Great Religious B

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PRODUCTO:

Nombre: The Book of Genesis: A Biography (Lives of Great Religious Books, 14) (Libro en Inglés)
Marca: Princeton University Press

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Review

"[Hendel's] book is recommended to all those who would like to strike up an acquaintance with Genesis in its austere beauty and intriguing complexity."Krzysztof Napora, Biblical Annals

"Engaging and accessible."Christopher McConnell, Booklist

"A delightful read that both informs and engages the reader."J. Richard Middleton, Perspectives on Science and Christian Faith

"Original and refreshing."Arnold Ages, Jewish Post & Opinion

"Intriguing."Scott McLemee, Inside Higher Ed

Product Description

An essential biography of one of the Bible's most influential books

During its 2,500-year life, the book of Genesis has been the keystone to important claims about God and humanity in Judaism and Christianity, and it plays a central role in contemporary debates about science, politics, and human rights. Ronald Hendel provides a panoramic history of this iconic book, exploring its impact on Western religion, philosophy, literature, art, and more. From debates about slavery, gender, and sexuality to struggles over creationism and evolution, Genesis has left its indelible mark on our world and continues to do so today. This wide-ranging account tells the remarkable life story of an incomparable spiritual masterpiece, tracing how Genesis has shaped views of realityand how changing views of reality have shaped interpretations of Genesis.

Review

"One of Jewish Ideas Daily.com's 40 Best Jewish Books of 2012"

About the Author

Ronald Hendel is the Norma and Sam Dabby Professor of Hebrew Bible and Jewish Studies at the University of California, Berkeley. He is the editor in chief of The Hebrew Bible: A Critical Edition, the coauthor of How Old Is the Hebrew Bible?, and the author of Remembering Abraham.

CARACTERÍSTICAS PRINCIPALES:

-Idioma: Inglés
-Envío: Desde EE. UU.
-Libro Impreso y Nuevo

MÁS DETALLES:

Tiempo de entrega: 10 días
Peso del paquete: 1 kg
Medidas: 5 cm x 22 cm x 27 cm cm
Material: Papel
Modelo: 9780691196831
Meses de garantía: 1
Garantía: Por defecto de fabricación
Condición: Nuevo
Color: Multicolor
Nombre de color: Multicolor
ASIN: 0691196834
País de producción: United States
Encuadernado: Pasta blanda
Editorial: Princeton University Press
Titulo del libro: The Book of Genesis: A Biography (Lives of Great Religious Books, 14) (Libro en Inglés)
Autor: Hendel, Ronald
Fecha de publicación: 2019
Idioma: Inglés
Edición: 1
Número de páginas: 304
ISBN-13: 9780691196831
Edad mínima sugerida: 6
Genero musical: Literatura Universal
Contenido del paquete: 1 pieza
SKU: 9780691196831