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The Book of God

The Book of God Paperback - 1998

by Wangerin, Walter, Jr

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Using his considerable skill as a storyteller, Walt Wangerin presents the entire Bible as a single epic story in this narrative, chronological novelization. Throughout he gives distinctive clarity to the meaning and emphases of the Bible.

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  • Title The Book of God
  • Author Wangerin, Walter, Jr
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition Later Printing
  • Condition Used - Good
  • Pages 640
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Zondervan, Grand Rapids, Michigan, U.S.A.
  • Date 1998
  • Features Maps, Table of Contents
  • Bookseller's Inventory # G0310220211I3N01
  • ISBN 9780310220213 / 0310220211
  • Weight 1.6 lbs (0.73 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.9 x 6 x 1.8 in (22.61 x 15.24 x 4.57 cm)
  • Themes
    • Chronological Period: Ancient (To 499 A.D.)
    • Religious Orientation: Christian
    • Theometrics: Evangelical
    • Theometrics: Mainline
    • Topical: Inspiration
  • Library of Congress subjects Biographical fiction, Bible stories
  • Dewey Decimal Code FIC

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From the publisher

Experience the Bible as a singular, powerful story and prepare to be swept away by Scripture as never before! Wangerin's "Bible storybook for adults" features brilliant settings, dramatized scenes, and added dialogue--all gleaned from extensive research.

The Book of God reads like a novel, dramatizing the sweep of biblical events, bringing to life the men and women of this ancient book in vivid detail and dialogue. From Abraham wandering in the desert to Jesus teaching the multitudes on a Judean hillside, this award-winning bestseller follows the biblical story from start to finish.

Priests and kings, apostles and prophets, common folk and charismatic leaders--individual stories offer glimpses into an unfolding revelation that reaches across the centuries to touch us today. The Book of God:

  • Follows the biblical story in chronological order
  • Filled with carefully researched cultural and historical background
  • Includes biblical events viewed through the eyes of minor characters

Master storyteller Walter Wangerin Jr. shares the story of the Bible from beginning to end as you've never read it before, retold with exciting detail and passionate energy. Experience the Bible in a beautiful new way!

First line

AN OLD MAN entered his tent, dropping the door flap behind him.

From the rear cover

Here is the story of the Bible from beginning to end as you've never read it before, retold with exciting detail and passionate energy by master storyteller Walter Wangerin Jr. The Book of God reads like a fine novel, dramatizing the sweep of biblical events, making the men and women of this ancient book come alive in vivid detail and dialogue. From Abraham wandering in the desert to Jesus teaching the multitudes on a Judean hillside, this award-winning best-seller follows the biblical story in chronological order. Priests and kings, apostles and prophets, common folk and charismatic leaders -- individual stories offer glimpses into an unfolding revelation that reaches across the centuries to touch us today.

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About the author

Walter Wangerin Jr. is widely recognized as one of the most gifted writers writing today on the issues of faith and spirituality. Starting with the renowned Book of the Dun Cow, Wangerin's writing career has encompassed most every genre: fiction, essay, short story, children's story, meditation, and biblical exposition. His writing voice is immediately recognizable, and his fans number in the millions. The author of over forty books, Wangerin has won the National Book Award, New York Times Best Children's Book of the Year Award, and several Gold Medallions, including best-fiction awards for both The Book of God and Paul: A Novel. He lives in Valparaiso, Indiana, where he is Senior Research Professor at Valparaiso University.

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