num_pages: 144
description: A fascinating companion to the world's most influential book, the Bible Expertly exploring the relationship between the books of the Bible and the land from which they came, The Penguin Historical Atlas of the Bible Lands offers: • Detailed maps on topics ranging from the wanderings of Abraham to modern Jerusalem • A comprehensive timeline comparing developments in Mesopotamia, Syria, Egypt, Asia Minor, Greece, and Rome • Features on the alphabet, the Dead Sea Scrolls, and the Zionist Movement • Coverage beyond the biblical period that examines the Islamic conquests, the Crusades, and the current struggles between the Israelis and Palestinians Comprehensive, intriguing, and useful for a myriad of disciplines, The Penguin Historical Atlas of the Bible Lands will deepen every reader's understanding of the bestselling book of all time.
language: English
title: The Penguin Historical Atlas of the Bible Lands
publisher: Penguin Books