The Christmas Story: From the King James Bible

by Rachel Lacey

Book Overview

According to the Gospels of Matthew and Luke from the "King James Bible." The story of the birth of Christ, celebrated around the world at Christmas, is one of the most beautiful in the New Testament. From Mary's meeting with the angel Gabriel to the birth of baby Jesus in a stable, to the visit of the shepherds and the three wise men, the story is rich in imagery and symbolism. Here, in a triumph of glorious art, is that wondrous story excerpted...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0805052925
• ISBN13: 9780805052923
• Release Date: October 1998
• Publisher: Henry Holt & Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 11.2" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 5 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Kindergarten to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

Beautiful book full of the Word of life

I had been searching for a picture book that told the Christmas story using the scriptures. This was the only one I found. The artwork is stunning, and the King James Version is very readable. The fact that the book uses scriptures from more than one gospel is an added benefit. While I wish the book size was bigger allowing one to see the artwork more clearly, and make it more interesting for my children's eyes, it is definitely a welcome and beautiful addition to our library and our Christmas traditions.

Gorgeous

Absolutely gorgeous. Stunning illustrations. Magical ... haunting ... I cannot say enough.

Masterful Illustrations

This hardbound book is absolutely beautiful, consisting of wonderful illustrations based upon the gospels of Matthew and Luke (KJV).The illustrator Gennady Spirin, is masterful, brilliant, and elegantly captures the essence of the birth of Jesus Christ.The construction of the book itself, 33 pages in length, is designed for adults and mature children and is most definitely not a plaything for toddlers. Purchase this book and establish a new and wonderful Christmas family tradition.

Christmas Books

I love Christmas books for children and when I discovered this one, I couldn't believe it. It is a definite heirloom and one to be shared with the entire family. This book was not totally set for the younger age group but for everyone. It isn't entirely encompassed with baby words and illustrations like others I've seen. The pictures are also quite beautiful.