Foundation of Jewish and Christian Scriptures

The foundation stone of Jewish and Christian scriptures, the power of the Book of Genesis lies in its stories - Creation, the Fall, Cain and Abel, Noah, Abraham, Jacob and Joseph.

Enduring Themes and Human Problems

These ancient tales illuminate some of our most enduring and profound problems: cowardice, the struggle with evil, the difficulty of facing past mistakes, achieving a true understanding of our innermost selves.

Author's Perspective

Karen Armstrong traces the themes and meanings of these stories, examining what they can still tell us about the human quest for meaning.