The Discovery Illustrated Family Bible - (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

An engaging and inspiring Bible with stories retold for older children, alongside soft watercolor illustrations.

This beautifully illustrated Bible is suitable for children aged 8 and up with stories told in an engaging and easy-to-understand style. Gentle, glowing watercolor illustrations help to bring a full range of Old and New Testament stories to life, making this an inspiring and powerful introduction to overarching Christian themes: God's faithfulness to his people and the promise of Christ for all of humanity. Readers can also discover insight into the people and places of the Bible through a family tree, a glossary, timeline and maps of the Holy Land.

The Discovery Illustrated Family Bible has a durable hard cover with a navy ribbon marker, making it a wonderful gift.

The stories are warmly retold by Christian Maclean and vividly depicted through 58 full-page illustrations by artist David Newbatt.

Review Quotes

'An inexpensive precious jewel[...] David Newbatt, who has brought his skill of creating a mood in our soul with his pictures to illustrating the contents throughout. Christian Maclean who spent much time on retelling the stories, true to their essence, and for weaving them together so masterfully, written in such a way that you want to read on to find out how life carries on. This book is a wonderful gift.' --Perspectives

About the Author

Christian Maclean is Chair of The Christian Community in Great Britain, Editor at Floris Books and author of Pioneers of Religious Renewal. He lives in Edinburgh, Scotland. David Newbatt is an artist and teacher. His work has been exhibited throughout Great Britain and Europe. David lives and teaches at a Camphill Community for young adults with special needs in Aberdeen, Scotland.