Illustrated Hebrew Bible: 75 Selected Stories - Softcover

Ellen Frankel

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1556709412 ISBN 13: 9781556709418

Publisher: Stewart, Tabori and Chang, 1999

Synopsis

Perhaps the greatest literary work of all time, the Bible, with its stories, poetry, and teachings, has guided countless generations through the glories and travails of life on Earth. Designed to bring the wisdom of centuries to a wide audience, The Illustrated Hebrew Bible is a beautiful collection of the most compelling stories from this ancient text.

This elegant volume includes 40 selections from the Torah and 35 from Prophets and Writings, beginning with Genesis ( the creation of the world) and continuing through Isreael's history of strife and celebration, and ending with the return of her people from exile into the Promised Land. Retold in lyrical, accessible language that captures the true rhythm and dramatic power of the original Hebrew, these writings are enhanced by images from illuminated manuscripts, ancient artifacts, radiant synagogue mosaics, paintings by Renaissance masters, and others, including William Blake, Marc Chagall, Jack Levine, and Harry Lieberman.

This richly illustrated book will delight and inspire the readers of these timeless stories. The Illustrated Hebrew Bible will be a cherished addition to any family library.

About this title

About the Author

Ellen Frankel, editor-in-chief of the Jewish Publication Society, has authored six books on Judaica. Her most recent book for STC, The Jewish Spirit, is an anthology of Jewish stories, ancient and contemporary, paired with art relating to the Jewish experience.

From the Inside Flap

From the stories, poetry, and wisdom of the Bible has arisen much of our contemporary culture. From its teachings, many of us have framed the guideposts of our lives. In "The Illustrated Hebrew Bible," Dr. Ellen Frankel, Editor-in-Chief of the Jewish Publication Society, presents 75 stories from the major narratives of the Bible, capturing the rhythm and drama of this ancient Hebrew text.

The stories told here - forty from the "Torah," thirty-five from "Prophets and Writings" - begin with the creation of the world and move through Israel's history, ending with return to the Promised Land from foreign exile. These allegories, parables, and folktales have been retold in a lyrical English that every reader will find accessible.

No other literature has inspired more artistic expression than the Bible. From centuries-old synagogue mosaics to the most contemporary paintings and sculpture, biblical themes have held pride of place in the art of every western nation. "The Illustrated Hebrew Bible," in 240 pages and with more than 130 full-color reproductions, features a stunning range of images - from ancient artifacts and illuminated Hebrew manuscripts to Renaissance paintings and the art of today. Works by renowned artists such as William Blake, Rembrandt, Jack Levine, Marc Chagall, and Harry Lieberman enrich and deepen our understanding of the biblical text. This unique pairing of art and narration will entertain and inspire all who join in celebrating the greatest story every told.

Edition details

• Publisher: Stewart, Tabori and Chang
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1556709412
• ISBN 13: 9781556709418
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 240