Tales of Old: Stories from The Old Testament

The Old Testament is not only an inspired canon of scripture but also stands among the finest works in English literature. Its many tales of angels and demons heroes and villains breath-taking miracles and heart-stirring prophecies ensure its appeal not only as a book of instruction and inspiration but also of fascination and enchantment. Above all it is a book of stories originally intended to be told to enthralled audiences via the oral tradition.Despite many translations and having been transcribed now through many centuries these great tales of old have never lost their power to touch hearts and open minds wherever they are told in whatever culture or tongue.This new work offers a retelling of fifteen of the canons best-known stories. Delivered with the color and wonder of the storytellers craft while remaining faithful to the Bibles presentation they will delight young and old readers alike.Each story presented in this book is also available as a separate title and as an Audible audiobook.Clive Johnson is an interfaith minister teacher and storyteller. This is his eleventh book.The tales from the Old Testament are as familiar and comfortable as pot roast for Sunday dinner yet these are new and fresh in lively retellings by Clive Johnson. Using great storytelling techniques and modern language Johnson makes these fifteen tales nearly dance off the pages.- San Francisco Book Review...Accessible enlightening pieces that lend to read-aloud drama bringing to life not just the tales but their underlying lessons. These stories dont just lend to read-aloud but beg to be performed.- Midwest Book ReviewA read-aloud compilation for children and adults...encouraging a revival of the oral tradition of storytelling.- BlueInk Review...Embracing drama and adventure but adding the moral ethical and spiritual flourishes necessary to open dialogues about the Bibles underlying lessons making them far more than just a rehash of the originals.- Midwest Book ReviewUsing simple language and vivid imagery including perspectives on each storys meaning or lesson...illuminating the modern relevance of these ancient writings.- BlueInk ReviewChristians who look for a better way of imparting these complex messages to a younger audience than is typical for these Old Testament stories will find Tales Of Old Stories From the Old Testament just the ticket for family enjoyment.- Midwest Book Review