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Asimov's Guide to the Bible - The Old and the New Testaments - Two Volumes in One ➤ Avenel 1981
Asimov's Guide to the Bible - The Old and the New Testaments - Two Volumes in One Avenel 1981
Title: Asimov's Guide to the Bible - The Old and the New Testaments - Two Volumes in One
Author: Isaac Asimov
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Avenel 1981
ISBN 10: 051734582X
Size: 6.25 X 9.5 X 2 * 1293 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: Was the miracle of the Red Sea parting for Moses and the Israelites actually a geophysical phenomenon? Does the Bible condemn slavery?
Why is Jesus mentioned in the Bible, but not in any other books or records written during the same period?
For most of the last two thousand years, the Bible has been the most popular history book in Western civilization, and yet its meaning is obscured by an overwhelming number of mysterious passages. Armed with scientific expertise and qualified speculations, Dr. Asimov attempts to illuminate events of the Old and New Testaments by letting us in on the actual historical, geographical, and biographical aspects of those first four thousand years of human civilization.
Originally published in two volumes, this book brings an important fund of knowledge to any reader of the Bible-yet it also makes absorbing reading for anyone with an interest in history. And because it is completely indexed and cross-referenced, it will prove a valuable encyclopedia of Biblical knowledge.
Asimov's Guide to the Bible shows Dr. Asimov at his professional and informal best: he adheres to no rigid rules and digresses where he feels digression will be useful. This volume is as provocative and entertaining as it is informative and comprises a significant contribution to the studies of the greatest best seller of all time-the Bible.
ISAAC ASIMOV is one of publishing's most prolific and widely read authors. By application of the Asimovian Law of Composition (which calls for writing from nine to five, seven days a week) he averages at least twelve new books a year- ranging from science (both fact and fiction) to history, religion, literature, and geography. To date, Isaac Asimov has had over two hundred books published.
Overall Condition: Very good: The book does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. There is no obvious damage to the cover the dust jacket (if applicable) is included for hard covers. There are no missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. It may have very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover as well as very minimal wear and tear; see images.
Secure shipping bubble-wrapped in a new box.
2026--U.S. shipping for this (Four Pounds Media Mail) is $6.72 with tracking.
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International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
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Title: Asimov's Guide to the Bible - The Old and the New Testaments - Two Volumes in One
Author: Isaac Asimov
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Avenel 1981
ISBN 10: 051734582X
Size: 6.25 X 9.5 X 2 * 1293 pages
Synopsis: From the Jacket: Was the miracle of the Red Sea parting for Moses and the Israelites actually a geophysical phenomenon? Does the Bible condemn slavery?
Why is Jesus mentioned in the Bible, but not in any other books or records written during the same period?
For most of the last two thousand years, the Bible has been the most popular history book in Western civilization, and yet its meaning is obscured by an overwhelming number of mysterious passages. Armed with scientific expertise and qualified speculations, Dr. Asimov attempts to illuminate events of the Old and New Testaments by letting us in on the actual historical, geographical, and biographical aspects of those first four thousand years of human civilization.
Originally published in two volumes, this book brings an important fund of knowledge to any reader of the Bible-yet it also makes absorbing reading for anyone with an interest in history. And because it is completely indexed and cross-referenced, it will prove a valuable encyclopedia of Biblical knowledge.
Asimov's Guide to the Bible shows Dr. Asimov at his professional and informal best: he adheres to no rigid rules and digresses where he feels digression will be useful. This volume is as provocative and entertaining as it is informative and comprises a significant contribution to the studies of the greatest best seller of all time-the Bible.
ISAAC ASIMOV is one of publishing's most prolific and widely read authors. By application of the Asimovian Law of Composition (which calls for writing from nine to five, seven days a week) he averages at least twelve new books a year- ranging from science (both fact and fiction) to history, religion, literature, and geography. To date, Isaac Asimov has had over two hundred books published.
Overall Condition: Very good: The book does not look new and has been read but is in excellent condition. There is no obvious damage to the cover the dust jacket (if applicable) is included for hard covers. There are no missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining/highlighting of text or writing in the margins. It may have very minimal identifying marks on the inside cover as well as very minimal wear and tear; see images.
Secure shipping bubble-wrapped in a new box.
2026--U.S. shipping for this (Four Pounds Media Mail) is $6.72 with tracking.
Multiple items will be combined for the lowest shipping price.
International Shipping cost is based on the destination so inquire before buying. Mobile users must scroll to the bottom and click on 'use desktop site' to bring up the Ask a Question link which sends me an email.
(PLEASE CONTACT ME BEFORE MAKING ANY PAYMENT FROM OUTSIDE THE U.S.)
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Just about all the books are USED books. Some have been used more gently than others. Some have been in libraries and have typical library extras. Some are so old and/or interesting that they are being offered for the sake of preservation regardless of the condition they are in. If the condition of the book is very important to you, please feel free to click the 'Ask seller a question' link and I will tell you more.
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