New Complete Works of Josephus - Softcover

Josephus, Flavius

Softcover

ISBN 10: 082542948X ISBN 13: 9780825429484

Publisher: Kregel Academic, 1999

Synopsis

No source, other than the Bible itself, provides more relevant information on the first century than the work of Flavius Josephus. This newly edited version updates the original 18th century language; includes commentary by the award winning author and historian, Dr. Paul L. Maier; features over forty photos of ancient sites and artifacts mentioned by Josephus; cross references numbers throughout to the Greek text of Josephus in the Loeb Classical Library; and offers revised indexes of subjects and Old Testament texts.

About this title

Review:

A great bargain in a text of Josephus' works, as well as mesmerizing reading and commentary.--Church & Synagogue Libraries (06/03/2004)

Dr. Maier is an authority on Josephus and on first-century Christianity . . . .-- (06/03/2004)

The New Complete Works of Josephus promises to become a standard reference work for years to come.--CT Biblical Reference (06/03/2004)

About the Author:

William Whiston (1662-1752), translator, was an English mathematician and historian who succeeded Isaac Newton as the Lucasian Professor of Mathematics at the University of Cambridge.

Paul L. Maier is the former Russell H. Seibert Professor of Ancient History (retired) at Western Michigan University and an award-winning author who expertise in first-century studies and extensive travels in the Middle East and Asia Minor provide historical authenticity and compelling drama to his writing. His other writings include the best-selling novel A Skeleton in God's Closet.

About this edition

• Publisher: Kregel Academic
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 082542948X
• ISBN 13: 9780825429484
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 1144