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352 pp.
| Good |
October, 2002 |
TradeISBN 1-56148-362-1$$23.99
(3)
K-3
Illustrated by
Helen Cann.
This extensive and readable retelling of Old and New Testament stories includes more stories than most other children's Bibles. Watts retains some biblical language but balances the traditional with a more conversational style. The decorative borders on each page help set the scene, while the detailed illustrations convey the stories' historical and human aspects. Glos., ind.