The World of the Bible Author:Roberta L. Harris Illustrated with maps and copious color and b&w illustrations, this survey of biblical history and culture includes: * the story of Bible lands from the earliest civilization to the days of Islamic rule * accounts of discoveries, from the Galilee boat to the Dead Sea Scrolls * extracts from the Bible evoking life in ancient times * special f... more »eatures on the siege of Masada, underwater archaeology, more * revealing new biographies of Samson, David, Herod, Paul, others * maps, site plans, and a timeline of major events * a gazetteer of sites and museums to visit * a full reference section including lists of kings and a guide to further reading.« less