Strange New Gospels - Hardcover

by Edgar Johnson Goodspeed (Author)

Strange New Gospels is a book written by Edgar Johnson Goodspeed, an American scholar and translator of the Bible. The book explores the history and content of various non-canonical gospels, which were written during the early Christian era but were not included in the New Testament. These gospels include the Gospel of Thomas, the Gospel of Peter, and the Gospel of Mary Magdalene, among others.Goodspeed provides a detailed analysis of each gospel, examining its origins, theological themes, and literary style. He also compares and contrasts these gospels with the four canonical gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, highlighting the similarities and differences between them.In addition to its scholarly analysis, Strange New Gospels also offers a fascinating glimpse into the early Christian movement and the diverse range of beliefs and practices that existed within it. The book sheds light on the historical context in which these gospels were written, as well as the controversies and debates that surrounded them.Overall, Strange New Gospels is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the development of the New Testament canon. It provides a nuanced and insightful exploration of some of the most fascinating and enigmatic texts of the early Christian era.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.