This special compendium brings the people, places and events of the Bible alive. Beautiful, 1390 classic illustrations capture the atmosphere and drama of the stories. Information panels provide a wealth of facts about everyday life in Bible times

Victoria Parker graduated from Oxford with a degree in English Literature and Language. She has since worked with children's books producing fiction and nonfiction titles, several of which have been short-listed for literary awards.

Janet Dyson is an educational consultant with experience at both the primary and secondary levels as a teacher, advisor and inspector. She is currently working as a university researcher and teacher trainer. Her specialist area is Religious Education and she has a Master's degree in multicultural education. She works widely as a writer and consultant for educational publishers and British television.