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Miller, Stephen M., 1952-

The Bible : a history : the making and impact of the Bible / Stephen M. Miller, Robert V. Huber. - Oxford, England : Lion Books, 2015. - 1 volume ; 20 cm

Previous edition: 2004.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The Old Testament takes shape -- The New Testament takes shape -- The Bible in a rapidly growing church -- The book of the Reformation -- The Bible in the modern world.

"The Bible has had a profound influence on the diverse cultures of the whole world. The Bible : A History tells the story of the Bible from its making to its emergence as the biggest-selling book in history. Who composed the different books that make up the Bible? How were they written down? When were they first collected together as the Old and New Testaments? Who first translated the Bible? How many languages is it available in today?"--Page 4 of cover.

ISBN: 9780745970325 074597032X

Nat. Bib. No.: GBB550965 bnb

Subjects--Uniform Titles:
Bible--History

LC Class. No.: BS445 / .M52 2015

Dewey Class. No.: 220.09