This book -- and it's companion, Christ: A Crisis in the Life of God -- offer a completely original perspective on the Bible, simply as a story, with God as the protagonist. By shedding the usual dogmatic assumption that God is unchanging, the author is able to highlight some remarkably fresh insights about our understanding of God. As a believer, I can read it as a history of developments in the human comprehension of God. The author is a former Jesuit, with a doctorate in Near Eastern languages from Harvard, who went on to serve as literary editor for the Los Angeles Times: a scholar who writes beautifully. I count him a genius. I recommend the book to anyone who has the slightest interest in the Bible. Prepare to have your assumptions challenged. ( )

There is nothing I can write that can reach the level of scholarship, thought, writing, originality, and sheer mental discipline of this work. It should be read carefully and analyzed thoughtfully by all capable of setting aside their prejudices and preconceived notions. This book offers great rewards to all - regardless of their religious convictions. ( )

God: A Biography is an attempt to synthesize the entire Old Testament in search for a singular "character" of God. Jack Miles works his way through each of the books of the Bible, providing impressive exegesis and unique insights into their texts. The scope of this undertaking is vast, and I was really impressed that he was able to wrap everything up into a cohesive argument. And certainly, after reading this book, I'll approach the Bible from a different and more personal perspective ( )

Miles provides a learned, original exegesis that will send readers back to the Bible in curious amazement. Winner of the 1996 Pulitzer Prize for biography.

Haven't read yet--in stacks.