The Kingfisher Children's Illustrated Bible

by Barnes, Trevor

• ISBN13: 9780753464908
• ISBN10: 075346490X
• Edition: Gift
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2011-02-15
• Publisher: Kingfisher

Summary

The Children's Illustrated Bible is an inspirational and beautifully illustrated retelling of all the important stories from both the Old and New Testaments. Special features include detailed commentaries on every biblical book, plus a comprehensive reference section containing photographs of contemporary sites, historical relics, and maps of biblical times. Dramatically retold by the renowned author Trevor Barnes, with input from authoritative consultants, this beautiful book will be shared and cherished by the whole family.

Author Biography

Trevor Barnes is an award winning presenter of many BBC Television documentaries on the subject of religion, as well as BBC World Service news broadcasts, radio shows, and live chat shows. He is also the author of several books including Archaeology in the Kingfisher Knowledge series, The Wounded City, a book about the people of Belfast, Northern Ireland, and a biography of Terry Waite, Man With A Mission.

Table of Contents

School Library Journal

The one- to two-page stories flow together seamlessly from Genesis to Revelation. Each entry includes a citation to the corresponding scripture passages and is complemented by illustrations replete with historically correct cultural details. A supplementary reference section featuring commentary, maps, and captioned photographs puts the sacred stories in historical and geographical context. . . .

[T]his volume is a fine addition.