The Lion Handbook to the Bible Fifth Edition
£20.00
ISBN: 9780745980003
Publication date: March 17, 2017
Format: Paperback
Extent: 816 pages
Dimensions: 216mm(length) 151mm(width)
Imprint: Lion Books
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The Lion Handbook to the Bible was first published in 1973 and has been continuously in print ever since, selling over 3 million copies worldwide.
This fascinating guide to the book that has intrigued and inspired millions of people for thousands of years comprises an authoritative yet accessible commentary on the Bible, book by book and chapter by chapter, alongside over 100 articles by leading scholars around the world on areas of special interest.
Beautifully illustrated throughout with more than 700 photographs, maps and illustrations, the Handbook is a pleasure to browse and read, and a mine of information and insight about this crucially important book.
This new fifth edition has a total refresh of over 700 photographs, maps, and illustrations.
Currently reprinting, The Lion Handbook to the Bible will be available by the end of June, 2022.
Meet the author: Mrs Pat Alexander
Pat Alexander is co-founder and former editorial director of Lion Publishing. She is also the compiler and author of many books ranging from the best-selling Lion Handbook to the Bible to The Lion First Bible. Pat lives in Oxford where she is actively involved in local church and community life.
Meet the author: Mr David Alexander

David Alexander was a founder of Lion Publishing, and for 28 years a Director of the company. He spent much time researching and taking photographs for books such as The Lion Handbook to the Bible. Helping people to understand the Bible and communicating its message was a key factor in his work. David died in 2002.
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