Narrative Art in the Bible - (Understanding the Bible and Its World) by Shimon Bar-Efrat (Paperback)

About the Book

This book offers a systematic and comprehensive review of the fundamental literary aspects of biblical narrative, investigating the characteristics and points of view of the narrator, the shaping of characters, the structure of the plot, time and space, and finally the style. Many examples are provided to clarify the issues discussed as well as to shed fresh light on the narratives.

Book Synopsis

This book offers a systematic and comprehensive review of the fundamental literary aspects of biblical narrative, investigating the characteristics and points of view of the narrator, the shaping of characters, the structure of the plot, time and space, and finally the style. Many examples are provided to clarify the issues discussed as well as to shed fresh light on the narratives.

Review Quotes

""The arguments in these chapters are well-balanced and lucid; a good rhythm of theory and practice ensures a constant stream of to-the-point observation on style, material, and disposition." -Jan P. Fokkelman" --Jan P. Fokkelman, Blurb from reviewer

""It seems to me that in regard to its level there is nothing which can equal it in the entire scholarly literature in this field." -Uriel Simon" --Uriel Simon, Blurb from reviewer

About the Author

Dr. Bar-Efra is Head of Biblical Studies at the Hebrew University Secondary School, Jerusalem.