A 2007 ECPA Christian Book Award Winner! Taking a narrative approach, The IVP Atlas of Bible History draws you into the rich resources available today on the Bible's history, geography and archaeology. The many maps, photographs, drawings and reconstructions on every page help you see for yourself what the people of Bible times saw and did. The Atlas presents the latest findings in history and archaeology in a readable style that will appeal to anyone wanting to know more about the history of the Bible. The world of the Bible deals with more than the modern state of Israel. Almost half of the events in the Bible are set outside this territory, and much of the Bible is addressed to people in other lands. Thus this atlas covers the world of the Bible, stretching from Spain to Iran, from Yemen to northern Greece. Trade widened these horizons even further to include India and possibly China and the east coast of Africa. The history of the Bible is played out on the stages of Egypt, Rome, Babylon and Persia. Many of the places in the ancient world are still important today, like Jerusalem, Damascus and Athens. These all play their role in the story that has shaped the imaginations and dreams of peoples and nations for centuries. All this, and more, is found in the pages of this enlightening, wonderful book.
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British scholar Lawrence lends his archaeological expertise to The IVP Atlas of Bible History (published in the U.K. as The Lion Atlas of Bible History). With history in the title, one may get the impression that this Bible atlas does what others do not. It is, however, very traditional in its coverage and presentation. Full-color, high-quality maps and photos are predominant throughout and are organized chronologically.
The 90-plus maps are colorful, clear, and often large enough to prevent eyestrain, and many users will find the one map for every two pages ratio plentiful enough to meet their needs. Alongside the maps is an ample amount of text, which is typical of Bible atlases. What is not typical is the narrative way Lawrence presents his text. The bulk of the text is quite readable but may have only a loose connection to the map that accompanies it--often appearing as a paraphrased retelling of scripture. The information is interesting but may not answer geographical questions posed by the average user of an atlas.
In many Bible atlases, photos are small and sparse. Here, however, the photos are as numerous as the maps and, in many cases, larger. Not surprisingly, the majority of them have archaeological significance (e.g., an eleventh-century BCE clay coffin, an Egyptian temple, the Roman Colosseum). The usefulness of the photos to users is questionable, though, considering their primary need for a good map.
A respectable Bible atlas from recent years is the Carta Bible Atlas (4th edition, 2002; previously known as The Macmillan Bible Atlas), which supplies three times as many maps as the InterVarsity atlas, albeit not in full-color. It may be preferred by libraries needing an atlas to fill the map gap. However, those desiring a nonacademic, readable, and visually pleasing Bible atlas will find The IVP Atlas of Bible History a worthwhile tool for most public library users. Wade Osburn
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* Includes nearly 100 superb relief maps
* Features over 140 color photographs
* Includes over 20 site plans and panoramic reconstructions
* Draws on the latest finds of historians and archaeologists
* Includes special features on topics such as the peoples and languages of the Bible throughout the text
* Also includes a Scripture iindex
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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
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Excellent Bible History Reference Tool,
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This review is from: The IVP Atlas of Bible History (Hardcover)
Every Christian library needs good pictorial reference works explaining Bible geography and history. This volume is a large-size hardback with remarkable color illustrations and photographs. The presentation is traced chronologically through the Bible, and is not limited to Palestine, because forty percent of Bible history occurs outside this area. The history begins with creation and travels all the way through the spread of Christianity.
Showing the interaction between history, geography, and theology, the editors interweave charts, maps, photographs, and items from archaeology into a user-friendly resource that both teaches and delights. The text gets right to the point in explaining the historical events. There are numerous pictures of familiar sites that have been shot with fresh camera angles, giving visual delight to well-known places. All told, there are 100 maps, 20 panoramic reconstructions, and 140 photographs. This volume is sure to be used and enjoyed, and in so doing, Biblical history will come alive for the reader. Highly recommended.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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Great Pictures, Very Informative, Awesome Book!,
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This review is from: The IVP Atlas of Bible History (Hardcover)
I bought this book for a class I was taking in Biblical Archeology and Geography and I couldn't be more pleased with it. The author clearly knows his material. The book is filled with facts and summaries not only of the Bible, but other belief systems of that time as well. The pictures, maps, and graphs included within the book give you a glimpse of what life may have been like for the people of the Ancient Near Eastern countries. This is an educational book without that boring feeling that you are stuck in a history class!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
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Good quality atlas!,
This review is from: The IVP Atlas of Bible History (Hardcover)
This atlas takes a narrative approach and uses information from history, geography and archaeology from a span of some 2,000 years. Nearly 100 maps (using both miles and kilometers) and over 100 photographs, plus site plans and reconstructions are included.
All of Biblical history from Abraham to the spread of Christianity and topics from creation to the Book of Revelation are covered. What I especially like about this atlas is that specific topics (e.g.. "United Israelite Monarchy") are generally treated on facing pages. Thus, it is not necessary to flip pages to consult the maps, photos, biblical references, and sometimes site reconstructions that are essential elements of the topic being treated. Likewise, the biblical references are, for the most part, grouped together in a box labeled "Key" on one of the two pages. In summation, this atlas is very informative or user-friendly. Even if you have an atlas, this would be a good addition to your collection!
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