Jerusalem through the Ages by Jodi Magness
In this broad yet detailed account of one of the world's oldest, holiest, and most contested cities, leading expert Jodi Magness incorporates the most recent archaeological discoveries and original research to weave an authoritative history of Jerusalem's ancient and medieval periods.
Authoritative and accessible, Jerusalem Through the Ages is a one-stop shop for both the history and archaeology of JerusalemAt the onset, it is questioned whether another book on Jerusalem is needed. The answer, we now know, is yes, emphatically, for Jodi Magness has created a magisterial work: captivating, informative, and mesmerizing from the very first page. * Eric H. Cline, Author of 1177 B.C.: The Year Civilization Collapsed *
A sweeping yet meticulously detailed archaeological history of Jerusalem, filled with colorful characters, fascinating discoveries, and perceptive insights. Jodi Magness is an authoritative and even-handed interpreter of the Holy City's evolution as revealed by its ancient remains. * Neil Asher Silberman, co-author of David and Solomon: In Search of the Bible's Sacred Kings and the Roots of the Western Tradition *
Magness's riveting book is unparalleled in scope, inviting readers into the Jerusalem she has known and researched for decades as an eminent archaeologist. Surveying ancient and medieval writings alongside archaeological findings and research, Magness details precisely how we know what we know about Jerusalem and its history. Magness, here, serves as both author and guide, touring readers through a legendary city, whose vibrant present remains inextricable from its rich past. * Karen B. Stern, author of Writing on the Wall: Graffiti and the Forgotten Jews of Antiquity *
An all-encompassing survey of a city's physical presence and the historical record it reveals. * Kirkus *
Jerusalem Through the Ages is a fascinating study of one of the world's most discussed cities-and a window into how archaeologists and historians use evidence to piece its story together. * Jeff Fleischer, Foreword Reviews *
A sweeping yet meticulously detailed archaeological history of Jerusalem, filled with colorful characters, fascinating discoveries, and perceptive insights. Jodi Magness is an authoritative and even-handed interpreter of the Holy City's evolution as revealed by its ancient remains. * Neil Asher Silberman, co-author of David and Solomon: In Search of the Bible's Sacred Kings and the Roots of the Western Tradition *
Magness's riveting book is unparalleled in scope, inviting readers into the Jerusalem she has known and researched for decades as an eminent archaeologist. Surveying ancient and medieval writings alongside archaeological findings and research, Magness details precisely how we know what we know about Jerusalem and its history. Magness, here, serves as both author and guide, touring readers through a legendary city, whose vibrant present remains inextricable from its rich past. * Karen B. Stern, author of Writing on the Wall: Graffiti and the Forgotten Jews of Antiquity *
An all-encompassing survey of a city's physical presence and the historical record it reveals. * Kirkus *
Jerusalem Through the Ages is a fascinating study of one of the world's most discussed cities-and a window into how archaeologists and historians use evidence to piece its story together. * Jeff Fleischer, Foreword Reviews *
Jodi Magness is Kenan Distinguished Professor for Teaching Excellence in Early Judaism at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and author of numerous books, including Masada: From Jewish Revolt to Modern Myth, The Archaeology of the Holy Land from the Destruction of Solomon's Temple to the Muslim Conquest, Stone and Dung, Oil and Spit: Jewish Daily Life in the Time of Jesus, and The Archaeology of Qumran and the Dead Sea Scrolls.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780190937805 |
| ISBN 10 | 0190937807 |
| Title | Jerusalem through the Ages |
| Author | Jodi Magness |
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| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press Inc |
| Year published | 2024-06-26 |
| Number of pages | 624 |
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