Introduction to the Historical Books: Strategies for Reading

by Steven L. McKenzie

Book Overview

Steven McKenzie here surveys the historical books of the Old Testament -- Joshua through Ezra-Nehemiah -- for their historical context, contents, form, and themes, communicating them clearly and succinctly for an introductory audience. / By providing a better understanding of biblical history writing in its ancient context, McKenzie helps readers come to terms with tensions between the Bible's account and modern historical analyses. Rather than denying...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0802828779
• ISBN13: 9780802828774
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
• Length: 177 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.9" x 8.8"