The Lion Atlas of Bible History

Synopsis

Taking a narrative approach, "The Lion Atlas of Bible History" is a rich resource for all those interested in the Bible's history, geography and archaeology. It traces the unfolding of the major events in the Old and New Testaments, from Abraham's wanderings in Canaan and Egypt through to Paul's missions and founding of new churches. Special features on subjects such as the peoples and languages of the Bible run throughout the book, helping to deepen the reader's understanding of geography, landscape, climate, culture and religion. The text is complemented by 96 maps to help the reader understand the Bible narrative and provide background information. In addition there are 143 colour photographs, 7 panoramic illustrations and 16 site plans, plus a range of battle plans and small artworks.