New Explorations in the Lost World of Genesis

<P><B>Updating and expanding upon his previous work on origins this riveting volume from John H. Walton marks the eighth entry in his bestselling Lost World Series which has sold more than 125000 copies.</B></P><P>For over a decade John Walton's books <I>The Lost World of Genesis One</I> and <I>The Lost World of Adam and Eve</I> have shaped readers' understanding of the ancient Near Eastern world and its implications for modern scientific origins debates. But more than simply engaging the creation/evolution debate these works explored questions related to interpretation of Genesis through ancient eyes the theological purpose of a seven-day creation account the historicity of Adam and Eve and the history of interpretation of the creative narratives.</P><P>In <I>New Explorations in the Lost World of Genesis</I> Walton provides comprehensive and timely updates on the latest developments and research including:</P><ul><li>a summary of positions addressed in his previous books on origins</li><li>new insights clarifications and illustrations based on current scholarship</li><li>answers to frequently asked questions</li></ul><P>Engaging the latest scholarship as well as questions that his proponents and critics alike have raised <I>New Explorations in the Lost World of Genesis</I> provides a relevant update that will benefit students professors and pastors as they continue to explore questions of origins and their implications for the Christian life.</P>