The Old Testament: A Historical and Literary Introduction to the Hebrew Scriptures: Coogan, Michael D., Chapman, Cynthia R.

The Old Testament by Michael D.

Coogan is a comprehensive and engaging introduction to the Hebrew scriptures, covering all books of the Hebrew Bible along with deuterocanonical books included in the Bible used by many Christians.

This balanced and up-to-date guide distills the best of current scholarship, employing a primarily historical and critical methodology while introducing students to literary analysis and other interpretive strategies.

Features include chapter pedagogy, key terms, a glossary, questions for review and discussion, and suggestions for further reading.

Strategically placed text boxes address issues that often puzzle readers of the Bible, provide models of interpretation of particular texts, and discuss their significance for Judaism and Christianity.

A strong visual program includes charts, photographs, line drawings, maps, and a color insert on Jerusalem in biblical times.

With a FREE 6-month subscription to Oxford Biblical Studies Online included, this book is an essential resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the Hebrew scriptures.