New Meanings for Ancient Texts
Steven L. McKenzie
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New Meanings for Ancient Texts
Published
2013
Publisher
Westminster John Knox Press
Pages
196
ISBN-13
9780664238162
ISBN-10
0664238165
Description
As newer approaches to biblical criticism become more established and influential, it is essential that students and other serious readers of the Bible be exposed to them and become familiar with them. That is the main impetus behind the present volume, which is offered as a textbook for those who wish to go further than the approaches covered in To Each Its Own Meaning by exploring more recent or experimental ways of reading. This book is a supplement and sequel to To Each Its Own Meaning, edited by Steven L. McKenzie and Stephen R. Haynes, which introduced the reader to the most important methods of biblical criticism and remains a widely used classroom textbook. This new volume explores recent developments in, and approaches to, biblical criticism since 1999. Leading contributors define and describe their approach for non-specialist readers, using examples from the Old and New Testament to help illustrate their discussion. Topics include cultural criticism, disability studies, queer criticism, postmodernism, ecological criticism, new historicism, popular culture, postcolonial criticism, and psychological criticism. Each section includes a list of key terms and definitions and suggestions for further reading. - Publisher.
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How many pages are in New Meanings for Ancient Texts?
This edition of New Meanings for Ancient Texts has approximately 196 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read New Meanings for Ancient Texts?
For most readers, New Meanings for Ancient Texts typically takes between 4h 5m and 2h 43m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 49,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 7 days • Estimated word count: 49,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of New Meanings for Ancient Texts?
The estimated word count for New Meanings for Ancient Texts is approximately 49,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of New Meanings for Ancient Texts?
New Meanings for Ancient Texts was written by Steven L. McKenzie.
When was New Meanings for Ancient Texts published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2013. The original work may have been published on a different date.