Cover art for The Book of Genesis
Published
Princeton University Press, August 2019
ISBN
9780691196831
Format
Softcover, 304 pages
Dimensions
21.6cm × 14cm

The Book of Genesis A Biography by

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During its 2,500-year life, the book of Genesis has been the keystone to important claims about God and humanity in Judaism and Christianity, and it plays a central role in contemporary debates about science, politics, and human rights. The authors provide a panoramic history of this iconic book, exploring its impact on Western religion, philosophy, literature, art, and more.

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