Description: This is a general-interest introduction to the Old Testament from many disciplines. There are 23 essays with 23 individual reference lists.
Brief description: John Barton is the Oriel and Laing Professor Emeritus of the Interpretation of Holy Scripture at the University of Oxford. His many books include Reading the Old Testament; Oracles of God: Perceptions of Ancient Prophecy in Israel after the Exile; and The Nature of Biblical Criticism.
Review Quotes: "This collection provides a rich introduction to the Hebrew Bible for general readers, and is an invaluable companion for students and scholars."-- "Publishers Weekly"