The Compact Guide to the Bible

A handy and accessible reference book that outlines the key subjects and relevance of the Bible today An acute but thorough overview of the Bible as a whole, this guide explains what the Bible is, the history of where it came from, and gives a complete outline of what it holds inside. Moving from the Old Testament to the New, it explores the people, nations, and places of the Bible, as well as highlighting the importance of reading and using the Bible today.

Martin Manser has edited a number of Bible books, including the Collins Gem Bible A–Z, Illustrated Family Bible Stories, NRSV Cross Reference Edition of the Bible, The Quotable Bible, and The Ultimate Bible Facts & Quiz. Debra Reid is the author of Ruth and Esther and Psalms 73–150 in the Crossway Bible Guides.