1897; The Macmillan Company publishers; hardbound; good condition of page with minimal fading and wear; boards and spine very good with minimal ageing and wear; inside front has signature (pic).
 
full title: THE MYTHS OF ISRAEL, The Ancient Book of Genesis with Analysis and Explanation of its Composition.  Examines how the Book of Genesis grew from diverse sources, blending older material with later voices to form a continuous story. Rich with historical context, it traces the work of key scholars who revealed a composite text and the enduring power of these ancient narratives.Drawing on careful analysis and accessible commentary, the book explains how ideas about God, righteousness, and covenant evolved in early Israel.