Reading The First Five Books
$49.99
This book invites readers to rediscover the artistry and transformative power of the narratives of the first five books of the Bible.
Reading the First Five Books highlights key literary techniques like brevity, pacing, characterization, and use of the grotesque, showing how these characteristics shape biblical stories into memorable, complex narratives that reward close reading. This accessible guide unpacks what makes Old Testament stories effective while cultivating skills for deeper engagement with scriptural texts. Extended examples drawn from each book of the Pentateuch are included.
Bridging literary study and biblical scholarship, Reading the First Five Books models a spirit of open-minded yet careful reading that uncovers profound meaning in sparse details. The book is ideal for courses on the Old Testament or the Pentateuch. Students will find valuable instruction and inspiration for their own journeys through these sacred texts.
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SKU (ISBN): 9781540968463
ISBN10: 1540968464
Rachel Toombs
Binding: Cloth Text
Published: October 2024
Publisher: Baker Academic
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