A Visual History of the English Bible: The Tumultuous Tale of

A Visual History of the English Bible: The Tumultuous Tale of the World's Bestselling Book

With a full color layout and over one hundred illustrations, A Visual History of the English Bible covers the fascinating journey of the Bible from the pulpit to the people. Renowned biblical scholar Donald L. Brake invites readers to explore the process of transformation from medieval manuscripts to the contemporary translations of our day. Along the way, readers will meet many heroes of the faith--men and women who preserved and published the Scriptures, often at risk of their own lives.
From Wycliffe and Tyndale to King Henry VIII and the Geneva Bible, from the Bishop's Bible and the King James Version to the American Revolution and the Civil War, this tumultuous tale is history come alive. This book is perfect for history buffs, bibliophiles, and anyone interested in the colorful account of the world's most popular book.
Country USA
Brand Baker Books
Manufacturer Baker Books
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber 443164
ReleaseDate 2008-09-15
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780801013164

A Visual History of the English Bible: The Tumultuous Tale of the World's Bestselling Book