The Great Discovery: The Story of Dead Sea Scrolls

Plot

The Great Discovery: The Story Of The Dead Sea Scrolls is a book written by Azriel Eisenberg that provides a detailed account of the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls. The book traces the history of the scrolls from their initial discovery in 1947 by a Bedouin shepherd in the Judean desert to their eventual acquisition by the state of Israel.Eisenberg provides a comprehensive overview of the archaeological and historical significance of the scrolls, which include some of the oldest surviving copies of the Hebrew Bible. He also explores the controversies and debates that have arisen over the interpretation of the texts, as well as the politics surrounding their acquisition and publication.The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to a wide audience. It includes numerous photographs, illustrations, and maps that help to bring the story to life. Overall, The Great Discovery is an informative and fascinating account of one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century.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.