Shifting Sands: The Rise and Fall of Biblical Archaeology
Oxford, England: Oxford University Press, 2004. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover with Dust Jacket.
No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling and underlining on less than 10% of the pages. Dust jacket is fine; appears as new. 9.5 inches tall; 174 pages with Bibliography and Index.
Shifting Sands: The Rise and Fall of Biblical Archaeology by Thomas W. Davis offers a critical examination of biblical archaeology, tracing its evolution from the 19th century to its peak in the late 20th century. Davis explores the methodologies, key discoveries, and controversies that shaped the discipline, focusing on major excavations at sites like Jericho and Megiddo.
The book also addresses the ideological debates and theological implications of archaeological findings, revealing how interpretations of artifacts influenced religious beliefs and scholarly thought. Through historical archives, field reports, and interviews, Davis provides a nuanced view of the field’s impact on history and religion.
Subjects: Biblical Archaeology, Historical Research, Religious History, Archaeology, Biblical Studies.
Item #20495
ISBN: 0195167104
Price: $35.00
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