The Hebrew Bible : a translation with commentary / Robert Alter.
| Other author | Alter, Robert translator, writer of added commentary. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | First edition. |
| Publication | New York, NY : W.W. Norton & Company, [2019] |
| Copyright Date | ©2019 |
| Description | 3 volumes : maps ; 25 cm, in case 25 x 17 x 17 cm |
| Subjects |
| Uniform title | Bible. Old Testament. English. Alter. 2019. |
| Contents | Volume 1. The five books of Moses : Torah -- volume 2. Prophets : Neviʼim -- volume 3. The writings : Ketuvim. |
| Abstract | "A landmark event: the complete Hebrew Bible in the award-winning translation that delivers the stunning literary power of the original. A masterpiece of deep learning and fine sensibility, Robert Alter's translation of the Hebrew Bible, now complete, reanimates one of the formative works of our culture. Capturing its brilliantly compact poetry and finely wrought, purposeful prose, Alter renews the Old Testament as a source of literary power and spiritual inspiration. From the family frictions of Genesis and King David's flawed humanity to the serene wisdom of Psalms and Job's incendiary questioning of God's ways, these magnificent works of world literature resonate with a startling immediacy. Featuring Alter's generous commentary, which quietly alerts readers to the literary and historical dimensions of the text, this is the definitive edition of the Hebrew Bible." -- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references. |
| Genre/form | Sacred works. |
| Genre/form | Commentaries. |
| Genre/form | Sacred works. |
| LCCN | 2018030945 |
| ISBN | 9780393292497 hardcover |
| ISBN | 0393292495 hardcover |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | BS895 .A48 2019 V. 1 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |
| Joyner | General Stacks | BS895 .A48 2019 V. 2 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |
| Joyner | General Stacks | BS895 .A48 2019 V. 3 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |