This beautifully illustrated adaptation of the first five books of the Jewish Bible has been simplified for young readers without sacrificing the drama and reverence of the original text.

This is an easy-to-read retelling of the Torah, the first five books of the Hebrew Bible. Read the enchanting and sometimes harsh tales of the patriarchs of Judaism (and Christianity) –Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Moses – and their families, friends, and enemies. Throughout the stories, follow the thread of the mighty hand of Yahweh, the God of the Israelites. Painted woodcarvings in bold, dark colors capture the awe and reverence embedded in Ehrlich’s selected paraphrase. ( )