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Compact Brick Bible: A New Spin on the Old Testament Reissue [Pehme köide]

  • Formaat: Paperback / softback, 272 pages, kõrgus x laius x paksus: 229x152x20 mm, kaal: 658 g, 1400 color photographs
  • Ilmumisaeg: 12-Dec-2019
  • Kirjastus: Skyhorse Publishing
  • ISBN-10: 1510752587
  • ISBN-13: 9781510752580
Teised raamatud teemal:
  • Formaat: Paperback / softback, 272 pages, kõrgus x laius x paksus: 229x152x20 mm, kaal: 658 g, 1400 color photographs
  • Ilmumisaeg: 12-Dec-2019
  • Kirjastus: Skyhorse Publishing
  • ISBN-10: 1510752587
  • ISBN-13: 9781510752580
Teised raamatud teemal:
"The Holy Bible is complex-sometimes dark, and other times joyous. Now, The Compact Brick Bible compiles 1,400 photographs of LEGO sets designed by artist Brendan Powell Smith to illustrate scenes from the Bible's Old Testament in fascinating, humorous detail. From Genesis and the Earth's creation to the Books of Kings; from Abraham to Moses, from Samson and Delilah to David and Goliath, this is the ultimate brick-inspired graphic novel of the Bible for adults. The beauty of The Compact Brick Bible is that everyone, from the devout to nonbelievers, will find something breathtaking or entertaining within this collection, whether a well-known Bible story classic or an often-forgotten piece of history. Smith's subtle touch brings out the nuances of each scene and makes you reconsider the way you look at the Bible or LEGOS-it's something that needs to be seen to be believed. This product is not sponsored, authorized, or endorsed by the LEGOª company. NOTE TO PARENTS: This book is intended for older children, teens, and adults. For younger children, please search for the Brick Bible for Kids series of picture books"--

“The Good Book” meets “The Brick”—now in a compact format.

The Holy Bible is complex—sometimes dark, and other times joyous. Now, The Compact Brick Bible compiles 1,400 photographs of LEGO® sets designed by artist Brendan Powell Smith to illustrate scenes from the Bible’s Old Testament in fascinating, humorous detail. From Genesis and the Earth’s creation to the Books of Kings; from Abraham to Moses, from Samson and Delilah to David and Goliath, thisis the ultimate brick-inspired graphic novel of the Bible for adults.

The beauty of The Compact Brick Bible is that everyone, from the devout to nonbelievers, will find something breathtaking or entertaining within this collection, whether a well-known Bible story classic or an often-forgotten piece of history. Smith’s subtle touch brings out the nuances of each scene and makes you reconsider the way you look at the Bible or LEGOS®—it’s something that needs to be seen to be believed. 

This product is not sponsored, authorized, or endorsed by the LEGO® company.

NOTE TO PARENTS: This book is intended for older children, teens, and adults. For younger children, please search for the Brick Bible for Kids series of picture books. 

Arvustused

The greatest toy story ever told. Rolling Stone

What Brendan Powell Smith has done with LEGOs goes beyond remarkable; it borders on genius. Chicago Tribune

A curiously powerful graphic novel. Publisher's Weekly, starred review

Our evolving forms of religious expression may be unsettling, but its hard to find fault with Brendan Smiths whimsical art worka mission to illustrate all the books of the Bible using LEGO® bricks. Washington Post

Brendan Powell Smiths book . . . which portrays biblical scenes made from the toy blocks, has inspired ministers to request the images for childrens programs. People

Even if you arent overly religious, its hard not to appreciate the craftsmanship and art that is inside these pages. From the pew warmer to the geek dad, this book is the perfect gift. Wired.com

Entertaining. Los Angeles Times

. . . and his LEGOS® were like fiery pillars. Entertainment Weekly

Building a colorful, accessible Bible, brick by LEGO® brick . . . [ Smith is] trying to portray the Bible as accurately as possible. Baltimore Sun

Need to brush up on biblical theology? Cant get through the King James version? What better place to start than [ the Brick Bible]. Slate.com

A form of obsessive brilliance. San Francisco Bay Guardian

Brendan Powell Smith is the author of the bestselling Brick Bible for Kids series and the Brick Bible series for adults, including The Brick Bible: The New Testament. Over the last decade, he has produced nearly five thousand illustrations retelling over four hundred Bible stories. His work can be seen on his website at www.thebrickbible.com. He lives in Mountain View, California.