The Greatest Stories Retold: for Literary Allusions to the Bible

From the story of creation to the concept of the end of days, literature often alludes to biblical tales. The Greatest Stories Retold is designed for the teen or adult reader as an abbreviated version of the most popular biblical stories. The joy and sorrow of Adam and Eve, the power and victory of Daniel among the lions, and the example and advice of Jesus on the mountain are presented with common allusions and literary titles that refer to each. Steinbeck's East of Eden and Gladwell's David and Goliath are among the more obvious examples. But to what does the film Apocalypse Now or the story "The Mark of the Beast" refer? A check of the index will lead to the biblical story of "The Revelation."

Knowledge of the literary references will enhance a reader's appreciation for both classic and modern books, films, and music.