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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This insightful book provides a detailed analysis of parables, stories used for teaching, found in religious and secular literature. The author examines parables from Ancient Testament prophets, Jewish sages, the New Testament Gospels, and classical Greek literature. Tracing their use throughout history, the author identifies elements that both unite and differentiate parables from fables and allegories, two related but distinct literary forms. The author further considers issues of authenticity, purpose, and differing interpretations. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the characteristics and significance of parables, making it an invaluable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in this captivating literary genre. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.