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Hebrew Bible: A Translation with Commentary

Hebrew Bible: A Translation with Commentary

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Robert Alter's translation of the Hebrew Bible is a masterpiece of deep learning and fine sensibility, reanimating the Old Testament as a source of literary power and spiritual inspiration. It features Alters generous commentary and is the definitive edition of the text.

Format: Hardback
Publication date: 18 December 2018
Publisher: WW Norton & Co


A masterpiece of deep learning and exquisite sensibility, Robert Alter's translation of the Hebrew Bible, now complete, breathes new life into one of the most influential works of our culture. Alter's masterful rendition captures the brilliance of the text's compact poetry and intricately crafted, purposeful prose, revitalizing the Old Testament as a source of literary power and spiritual inspiration. From the familial tensions of Genesis and King David's flawed humanity to the serene wisdom of Psalms and Job's searing questioning of God's ways, these magnificent works of world literature resonate with a startling immediacy. Accompanied by Alter's generous commentary, which gently guides readers into the literary and historical dimensions of the text, this is the definitive edition of the Hebrew Bible.

A masterpiece of deep learning and exquisite sensibility, Robert Alter's translation of the Hebrew Bible, now complete, breathes new life into one of the most influential works of our culture. Alter's masterful rendition captures the brilliance of the text's compact poetry and intricately crafted, purposeful prose, revitalizing the Old Testament as a source of literary power and spiritual inspiration. From the familial tensions of Genesis and King David's flawed humanity to the serene wisdom of Psalms and Job's searing questioning of God's ways, these magnificent works of world literature resonate with a startling immediacy. Accompanied by Alter's generous commentary, which gently guides readers into the literary and historical dimensions of the text, this is the definitive edition of the Hebrew Bible.

Weight: 4790g
Dimension: 170 x 170 x 250 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780393292497

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