Extra features have been written especially for those who are new to reading the Bible:

• All-new book introductions (now with many illustrations by Annie Vallotton)

• How to find Bible references

• Suggested ways to begin reading

• 100 famous stories

• Where to find help in the Bible

• Point size: 8.77pt

Other helps include:

• Maps for both Old and New Testaments

• Revised concordance, including names

• Word list with simple definitions