Book #59589

In the Beginning: a New Interpretation of Genesis - 1st Edition/1st Printing

Karen Armstrong

Binding: Hardcover
Book Condition: Fine in Fine dust jacket
Edition: First Edition; First Printing
Publisher: New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1996.
ISBN: 0679450890

Price: $50.00

A Fine first Edition/First Printing in an equally Fine dust-jacket, there is a previous owner's library stamping on the front flyleaf and front dust-jacket cover.

The book, In the Beginning: A New Interpretation of Genesis, provides a new perspective on the origins of the universe and humanity. The book argues that the biblical account of creation is not a static, unchangeable text, but is instead a dynamic and evolving story that reflects the changing understanding of ancient Israelites.; 8vo; 195 pages.