Books by Trevor Barnes
The Kingfisher Children's Illustrated Bible: Gift edition
The Kingfisher Children's Illustrated Bible is an inspirational and beautifully illustrated retelling of all the important stories from both the Old and New Testaments. Special features include detailed commentaries on every biblical book, plus a comprehensive reference section containing photographs of contemporary sites, historical relics, and maps of biblical times. Dramatically retold by the renowned author Trevor Barnes, with input from authoritative consultants, this beautiful book will be shared and cherished by the whole family.
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Hinduism and Other Eastern Religions (World Faiths)
by Editors of Kingfisher, Trevor Barnes
World Faiths: Hinduism and Other Eastern Religions explores the major religions of the Eastern world, including Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, and Buddhism. From Hindu gods and goddesses to life in a Buddhist monastery, it reveals the origins of each religion, the key elements of its belief systems, and the appeal of Eastern religions to the West.
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Christianity (World Faiths)
by Editors of Kingfisher, Trevor Barnes
Tells the story of Jesus and examines how different festivals, including Christmas and Easter, are celebrated around the globe, while exploring the many divisions within Christianity and the architecture of the world's great cathedrals and churches. Original.
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Islam (World Faiths)
by Editors of Kingfisher, Trevor Barnes
Islam is practiced by almost one billion Muslims worldwide. World Faiths: Islam covers the life and teachings of the prophet Muhammad, as well as the development and history of Islam, the sacred text of the Koran, and important geographic locations like Mecca and Medina. This beautifully illustrated
book also presents the crowning achievements of Islamic art and a fascinating survey of Islamic customs.
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Judaism (World Faiths)
by Editors of Kingfisher, Trevor Barnes
From the early history of Judaism to the festivals celebrated today, World Faiths: Judaism is the definitive guide to the world's oldest monotheistic religion. All of the significant events, including the destruction of the Temple and the Diaspora, are vividly recounted. The importance of tradition -- both written and oral -- and the central role of worship in Jewish life are covered, as well as key rituals and celebrations such as the Passover meal.
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The Kingfisher Children's Bible
The Kingfisher Children's Bible brings Bible stories and events memorably to life for all the family to share. With beautiful, full-color illustrations on every spread and dynamic retellings that will appeal to children, this volume contains over 100 stories and summaries from the Old and New Testaments. The amazing breadth of the Old Testament is visited in great detail, from Genesis to Jonah and from David and Goliath to the prophets Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel. The New Testament captures the spirit of Jesus' ministry with testimony from the gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, as well as Acts, St. Paul's epistles, and Revelation. A full-featured reference section at the back of the book places this terrific resource at the top of the list of Bibles for families with children. Special Features: Who's who of biblical characters. Bible commentary exploring historical context. Details about the worship, ritual, culture, and civilization of Israel and the ancient world. Bible reference section illustrated with photographs, maps and diagrams. Glossary of important themes and theological terms. Full index. Coverage of all biblical books. Approved by Catholic, Protestant, and Jewish authorities.
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My Pocket Bible Stories slipcase
There are four books in this pocket-sized slipcase:
Adam and Eve and other stories
Moses in the Reeds and other stories
David and Goliath and other stories
Daniel and the Lions and other stories
Each mini book contains six stories from the Old Testament - read the first three stories, then flip the book to read the second three. These bible stories have been carefully rewritten and brought to life with vivid illustrations, and are an ideal gift for Christmas, Easter, and First Communion.
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Archaeology (Kingfisher Knowledge)
Dig deep through centuries of history to find out the secrets archaeology can reveal. Fascinating insights into daily life, from farming and food to clothing and jewelry, as well as stories of rulers, religion, and conflict, can be gained at sites around the world. This book explores an exciting selection of archaeological greats, including the buried Roman city at Pompeii, the discovery of the splendors of Tutankhamen's tomb, early American settlement at Cahokia, and battlefield archaeology at Little Bighorn.
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The Kingfisher Children's Illustrated Bible
The Children's Illustrated Bible is an inspirational and beautifully illustrated retelling of all the important stories from both the Old and New Testaments. Special features include detailed commentaries on every biblical book, plus a comprehensive reference section containing photographs of contemporary sites, historical relics, and maps of biblical times. Dramatically retold by the renowned author Trevor Barnes, with input from authoritative consultants, this beautiful, compact gift edition, complete with ribbon marker, will be shared and cherished by the whole family.
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