A History of Israel

The renowned John Bright brings the history and culture of Israel alive in this beautiful, scholarly, 519-page Hardback with 16 color & crisp maps. This 2nd Edition, 1976 (5th printing), is packed with information about Israel's wars, kings, battles, and consequence of Israel throughout its biblical history. This second edition is a thorough revision of the text that has become a standard work for classroom use and reference and takes into account recent 'archaeological and historical investigations'. The Flyleaf states: 'The book begins with an extremely useful sketch of the pre-history and early history of ancient Near Eastern civilization followed by a cautious treatment of the Patriarchal Age. … In the discussion of the Exodus and settlement…particular attention is given to the religion and constitution of Israel…. The story is carried through to the Maccabean Revolt and rounded off with an appraisal of Judaism at the end of the O.T. period. At the back of the book are; Suggestions for Further Reading, Chronological Charts, Subject Index, Scriptural References and Map Index. This volume is one of Westminster aids to the study of the Scriptures. This 2nd Edition is "a thorough revision of the text that has become a standard work for classroom use and for reference."

As New! NO MARKS! Opens as never read. Not read! All pages are intact, not marred by any notes, underlining, or highlighting. NO highlighting! NOT ex-Library. NO name but a nameplate on FEP. The binding is tight. Perfect bright orange boards with bold black letters on front and spine, no creases, no stains, no rips, no fading, or corner bumps. DJ is VG+ with shelf wear, some minor tatters and slightly faded spine DJ. An exquisite volume. The pictures depict the actual book you will receive. Generally, ships on the same business day! This large volume will require an additional $1.00 domestic postage. Ships with Tracking Number! Countries other than the USA will require an additional shipping cost.