The Hebrew Bible - A Translation with Commentary

A masterpiece of deep learning and fine sensibility, Robert Alters translation of the Hebrew Bible, now complete, reanimates one of the formative works of our culture. Capturing its brilliantly compact poetry and finely wrought, purposeful prose, Alter renews the Old Testament as a source of literary power and spiritual inspiration. From the family frictions of Genesis and King Davids flawed humanity to the serene wisdom of Psalms and Jobs incendiary questioning of Gods ways, these magnificent works of world literature resonate with a startling immediacy. Featuring Alters generous commentary, which quietly alerts readers to the literary and historical dimensions of the text, this is the definitive edition of the Hebrew Bible. Accurate, eloquent, and definitive, Alters landmark translation of the Hebrew Bible is now complete! Striking a graceful balance between illuminating the meaning of the Hebrew and conveying the musical cadence of the text, he celebrates the literary excellence of---and provides insightful commentary for---the Five Books of Moses, the Prophets, and The Writings. 3500 pages total, three slipcased hardcovers from Norton.