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New Testament in literary criticism, The
Outline: In this volume in a widely used series, a respected Biblical scholar has gathered excerpts of the best that has been written about the literary dimension of the New Testament. From Origen and Augustine to such writers and critics as Gerard Manley Hopkins, Northrop Frye, and Eric Auerbach, among others of our own period, there is a fine array of excerpts reflecting many perspectives. This literary approach allows for a comparison of facets of the New Testament with standard works of Western literature. An extensive introduction by the author outlines the major issues in New Testament literary criticism. His practical commentary deals with critical concepts of plot, character, seeing, point of view, and diction. Some excerpts focus on entire books or offer explanations of important modes of methodology. This major reference work will appeal to the general reader of literature as well as to teachers and students. A comprehensive literary guide to the New Testament, the book can also be used as a detailed bibliography to guide further study.
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