The Legacy of the King James Bible: Celebrating 400 Years of the Most Influential English Translation
By Leland Ryken.
Description
Originally published in 1611, the King James Bible (KJB) remains the most recognizable piece of literature in the English-speaking world today. For over three centuries, it served as the standard English Bible and has, as such, exerted unparalleled influence on English and American culture in nearly every sphere—including education, law, literature, government, art, science, and religion.The Legacy of the King James Bible honors the 400th anniversary of the KJB’s publication by telling its story—a drama that starts with the pioneering work of William Ty...
ISBN(s)
1433513889, 9781433513886
