The New Oxford Annotated Bible with the Apocryphal/Deuterocanonical Books

This copy is in very good condition, with a sturdy black leather cover and gold-edged pages. There is no dust jacket, and the book shows minimal signs of wear. The binding is tight, and the pages are clean and free from inscriptions or library markings. The spine and cover are well-preserved, with only slight scuffing visible.

The New Oxford Annotated Bible with the Apocryphal / Deuterocanonical Books, edited by Bruce M. Metzger and Roland E. Murphy, is a comprehensive edition published by Oxford University Press in 1991. This edition, set in New York, features the New Revised Standard Version (NRSV), renowned for its scholarly accuracy and clarity. It includes both the canonical and apocryphal texts, offering a broad spectrum of biblical literature. The annotations and scholarly essays provide valuable insights into historical context, making it an indispensable resource for students and scholars of religious studies. The absence of a dust jacket and the presence of gold-edged pages add a classic touch to this black leather-bound edition. While the specific edition is not identified, the book remains a significant academic tool, particularly for those interested in biblical scholarship.