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Words of Delight - 2nd Edition by Leland Ryken (Paperback)

Words of Delight - 2nd Edition by  Leland Ryken (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>A survey of the kinds of literature found in Scripture combines the author's <i>Words of Delight</i> and <i>Words of Life</i>. The author clearly explains and offers numerous examples.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>In this introduction to Scripture, Leland Ryken organizes biblical passages into literary genres including narratives, poetry, proverbs, and drama, demonstrating that knowledge of a genre's characteristics enriches one's understanding of individual passages.<br/><br/>Ryken offers a volume brimming over with wonderful insights into Old and New Testament books and passages--insights that have escaped most traditional commentators.<p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br>In this introduction to Scripture, the author offers a volume brimming over with wonderful insights into Old and New Testament books and passages - insights that have escaped most traditional commentators. Those who study, preach, or teach the Scriptures will add this book to the inner circle of reference works they always keep within reach.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br>Leland Ryken (PhD, University of Oregon) is professor emeritus of English at Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois, and the author or editor of nearly forty books, including "Words of Delight: A Literary Introduction to the Bible."

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