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Narrative Art in the Bible by Shimon Bar-Efrat

Narrative Art in the Bible

Shimon Bar-Efrat

Bloomsbury Academic · Paperback · August 6, 2024

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.

Old Testament InterpretationOld Testament StudiesReligion in Literature
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Old Testament Interpretation, Religion in Literature, Old Testament Studies
Published
Bloomsbury Academic, August 6, 2024

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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.

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  • Religion & Spirituality
Authors
Shimon Bar-Efrat
Publisher
Bloomsbury Academic
Published
August 6, 2024
Format
Paperback
Reading lane
Religion & Spirituality