Publisher's Synopsis
""Old Testament Legends"" is a book written by M.R. James and published in 1913. It contains a collection of stories and legends that are derived from lesser-known apocryphal books of the Old Testament. The book explores various themes and characters from the Old Testament, including Adam and Eve, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and King Solomon. The stories are presented in a narrative style and offer a unique perspective on the biblical tales. M.R. James, who was a renowned scholar of medieval literature and a master of the ghost story, brings his expertise to this work, providing readers with an engaging and thought-provoking interpretation of these ancient texts. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the Old Testament and its many legends and stories.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.