The Holy Bible with the Apocrypha:...
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Original boards, gilt lettered spine, dust jacket, small maps, 8vo.; Discoloured spine dust cover.
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This Oxford University Press edition of The Holy Bible with the Apocrypha is a scholarly, durable hardcover featuring original boards, a gilt-lettered spine, and small maps. The dust jacket shows a discoloured spine, but the text block remains clean and complete. It suits readers who want the Apocrypha included in a traditional, well-made volume for study, devotion, or reference.
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About The Holy Bible with the Apocrypha:...
Published by Oxford University Press, this edition of The Holy Bible with the Apocrypha presents the full biblical text alongside the deuterocanonical books, making it a valuable resource for readers interested in the complete scriptural tradition. The volume is bound in original boards with a gilt-lettered spine and includes small maps for geographical reference. Measuring 8vo, it is a compact yet substantial hardcover. The dust jacket has a discoloured spine, which is noted as a cosmetic flaw; the binding and text block remain intact and usable. This is a working copy rather than a collector's pristine edition, ideal for daily reading, academic study, or church use. Oxford University Press's reputation for careful textual scholarship adds reliability to this traditional presentation of the Bible with the Apocrypha.
Who should read The Holy Bible with the Apocrypha:...?
This edition is well suited to students of theology and biblical history who need the Apocrypha in a single, durable volume. Clergy, seminarians, and lay readers in traditions that value the deuterocanonical books will appreciate the complete text and included maps. It also serves general readers who want an affordable, traditionally bound Oxford Bible for devotional reading or reference. Collectors seeking a pristine copy should note the dust jacket flaw, but readers prioritizing content over cosmetic condition will find this a practical and trustworthy edition.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Includes the full Apocrypha alongside the biblical text in one volume
- ✓ Published by Oxford University Press, known for scholarly reliability
- ✓ Original boards with gilt-lettered spine offer a traditional, durable binding
- ✓ Small maps provide useful geographical context for readers
- ✓ Compact 8vo format is manageable for personal study and travel
Cons
- ✗ Dust jacket spine is discoloured, a cosmetic flaw for condition-sensitive buyers
- ✗ No mention of study notes, introductions, or commentary beyond the maps
- ✗ 8vo size may mean smaller print than some readers prefer
- ✗ Used condition details beyond the jacket are not fully specified
- ✗ Apocrypha placement and translation are not described in the listing
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Frequently asked questions
Does this edition include the Apocrypha?
Yes, the title explicitly states The Holy Bible with the Apocrypha, so the deuterocanonical books are included alongside the standard biblical text.
What is the condition of this copy?
The description notes original boards, a gilt-lettered spine, and a dust jacket with a discoloured spine. The binding and text block appear intact, but the jacket shows cosmetic wear.
Are there maps or study aids?
Small maps are included for geographical reference. The listing does not mention study notes, introductions, or commentary beyond the maps.
What does 8vo mean for this book's size?
8vo (octavo) is a book format roughly 6 by 9 inches, making this a compact hardcover that is portable but may have smaller print than larger study editions.
Is this suitable for academic study?
Yes, Oxford University Press editions are generally reliable for academic use, and the inclusion of the Apocrypha and maps supports study. However, readers wanting extensive annotations may prefer an annotated study Bible.
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