Reading the First Five Books: The Invitation of the Pentateuch's Stories by Toombs, Rachel

Reading the First Five Books: The Invitation of the Pentateuch's Stories

This book invites readers to rediscover the artistry and transformative power of the narratives of the first...
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Author: Rachel Toombs
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Language: English
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Reading the First Five Books: The Invitation of the Pentateuch's Stories by Toombs, Rachel

Reading the First Five Books: The Invitation of the Pentateuch's Stories

€34,97

Reading the First Five Books: The Invitation of the Pentateuch's Stories

€34,97
Author: Rachel Toombs
Format: Paperback
Language: English
This book invites readers to rediscover the artistry and transformative power of the narratives of the first five books of the Bible.

Reading the First Five Books highlights key literary techniques like brevity, pacing, characterization, and use of the grotesque, showing how these characteristics shape biblical stories into memorable, complex narratives that reward close reading. This accessible guide unpacks what makes Old Testament stories effective while cultivating skills for deeper engagement with scriptural texts. Extended examples drawn from each book of the Pentateuch are included.

Bridging literary study and biblical scholarship, Reading the First Five Books models a spirit of open-minded yet careful reading that uncovers profound meaning in sparse details. The book is ideal for courses on the Old Testament or the Pentateuch. Students will find valuable instruction and inspiration for their own journeys through these sacred texts.

Author: Rachel Toombs
Publisher: Baker Academic
Published: 10/29/2024
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Paperback
ISBN: 9781540965905

About the Author
Rachel Toombs (PhD, Baylor University) serves as the director of formation and connection at St. Alban's Episcopal Church in Waco, Texas, and as a lecturer at Baylor University. She is the author of Flannery O'Connor and Stylistic Asceticism.

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