A History of the Bible: The Book and Its Faiths by John Barton Hyperion Records Label: Alto

Label: Alto

Ideal for individual devotion

It is bound in durable black cover material with a silver foiled design and features illustrated silver endpapers with a “Presented to:” panel—perfect for gifting

this concise guide offers a thoughtful introduction to one of humanity's most enduring questions: why do people believe

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A History of the Bible: The Book and Its Faiths by John Barton Hyperion Records Label: AltoA History of the Bible: The Book and Its Faiths by John Barton A landmark work by biblical scholar John Barton, A History of the Bible explores how the Bible was written, compiled, and interpreted across centuries. Tracing its evolution from ancient texts to the canon we know today, Barton examines how different faiths have understood its meaning, how passages were shaped by authors and editors, and why some texts were included while others were not.