King David : The Real Life of the Man Who Ruled Israel

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Summary: King David Lives!
Review: Serious scholarship and so much more. Jonathan Kirsch brings the Bible to life. His David is a real man, charismatic, violent and lusty. "He is the original alpha male, the kind of man whose virile ambition always drives him to the head of the pack. He is the first stuperstar..." This is a great story of love, tragedy and power politics. It shows us a leader both sacred and profane. This well-researched book gives us a fresh insight into Bible. A masterful achievement.

Rating:
Summary: King David Lives!
Review: Serious scholarship and so much more. Jonathan Kirsch brings the Bible to life. His David is a real man, charismatic, violent and lusty. "He is the original alpha male, the kind of man whose virile ambition always drives him to the head of the pack. He is the first stuperstar..." This is a great story of love, tragedy and power politics. It shows us a leader both sacred and profane. This well-researched book gives us a fresh insight into Bible. A masterful achievement.

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Summary: Instructive and FUN to read
Review: This is the perfect educational book -- reads like a novel, but is highly instructive about life in biblical times, biblical analysis, and the meaning of this critical figure in our current times. Fascinating! It has inspired me to read the bible!