The Newberry Gospels (1902)

By Edgar J. Goodspeed

Book Overview

The Newberry Gospels is a book written by Edgar Johnson Goodspeed and published in 1902. It is a translation of the four Gospels of the New Testament, namely Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The translation is based on the Codex Bezae, a fifth-century Greek manuscript of the New Testament. The book includes an introduction by Goodspeed, in which he discusses the history and significance of the Codex Bezae. He also provides a brief overview of the four Gospels and their themes. The translation itself is written in modern English, making it accessible to contemporary readers. Goodspeed's translation is known for its accuracy and clarity, and it has been praised for its ability to convey the meaning of the original Greek text. Overall, The Newberry Gospels is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the New Testament, Greek manuscripts, or biblical translation. It is a classic work that continues to be studied and appreciated by scholars and laypeople alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120203953
• ISBN13: 9781120203953
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"