Description
Book SynopsisThis book offers a fresh reading of the biblical story of Joseph, alert to, and explicit about current literary methodology. Joseph is sold south by traders; then his brothers must go down to barter for food; and finally all his kin relocate in Egypt to survive famine.
Trade ReviewGreen's beautifully crafted analysis, enhanced by detailed and thorough notes, is highly engaging and provocative. It leaves one with a deep appreciation of the artistic design inherent in the story of Joseph. * Catholic Biblical Quarterly *
Here is a refreshing narratological reading of the Joseph narrative...a wealth of particulars and fresh angles of perception reside in her detailed reading of the text. -- Michael Kolarick, S.J., Regis College * Theological Studies *
"Green maps an amazing web of thematic connections between the dreams and the surrounding narratives...[Green's work is] superior to previous literary readings of the Joseph story." -- William A. Tooman, University of Wisconsin * Hebrew Studies *
...contains an excellent introduction to the basic principles of narratology...insightful and provacative. * The Bible Today *
...contains an excellent introduction to the basic principles of narratology...insightful and provacative. * The Bible Today *
Green's beautifully crafted analysis, enhanced by detailed and thorough notes, is highly engaging and provocative. It leaves one with a deep appreciation of the artistic design inherent in the story of Joseph. * Catholic Biblical Quarterly *
"Here is a refreshing narratological reading of the Joseph narrative...a wealth of particulars and fresh angles of perception reside in her detailed reading of the text." -- Michael Kolarick, S.J., Regis College * Theological Studies *
