HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History [Paperback]

James B. Pritchard (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 27, 2008

From the earliest evidence of humankind in Palestine to the establishment of the kingdoms of Judah and Israel, the ministry of Jesus, and the rise of the Christian Church, the richly illustrated HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History brings the Bible to life in all its geographical context.

Detailed biblical references, timelines, and suggestions for further reading accompany each period of biblical history, conveying a tangible sense of the land, events, and people portrayed in the world's most famous book. With more than 100 full-color maps, timelines, and expert explanations, this superlative reference work will enable readers to more fully appreciate and understand the Bible and its stories.

The HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History features:

• Over 100 full-color geographical and topographical maps
• The latest archaeological information, floor plans, city plans, illustrations, and artistic recreations of ancient life
• Charts, graphs, statistics, informative sidebars, and more
• Detailed biblical references
• Timelines that place each section of the Bible in its historical context
• Web site recommendations for further interactive study

Editorial Reviews

Review

A volume that will reward the scholar but be accessible to the educated layperson. And the trove of artworks, maps, and photographs make it a pleasure just to flip the pages. (History Wire )

About the Author

James B. Pritchard (1909-1997) was an eminent biblical archaeologist who excavated some of the major sites of the ancient Near East. He was professor of religious studies at the University of Pennsylvania and the Hays-Fulbright Professor of Archaeology at the American University in Beirut. He was awarded a medal from King Hussein for the achievements made during his seven excavations in Jordan and the gold medal of the Archaeologists Institute of America.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: HarperOne (May 27, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0061451959
• ISBN-13: 978-0061451959
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #524,048 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Nick Page is a writer, information designer, and creative consultant. He has written a number of books, including street life, The Tabloid Bible, Lord Minimus, BLUE, and The Church Invisible. He also writes regular articles for Youthwalk, Christianity & Renewal, and works for a number of charities and NGOs. He and his wife, Claire, have three daughters and live in Eynsham in Oxfordshire, England.

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This review is from: HarperCollins Atlas of Bible History (Paperback)

I previously had the hardcover big atlas, but I recently got this concise one. I'm still getting familiar with it, but so far I like the updated version. I'm finding areas that I couldn't in the previous atlas, and I'm getting a better understanding of the bible. I like that it shows Jerusalem and the biblical areas around it in modern times as well. Overall a good book to get.