The Messiah

An Illustrated Biography of Jesus Christ

Few stories have captivated the world's imagination as much as the biblical account of the life of Jesus Christ. From the Nativity to the Sermon on the Mount, the Last Supper to the Resurrection, artists continually revisit these New Testament tales, exploring their religious, symbolic, and dramatic values. This gorgeous book, replete with images from throughout the history of art, elaborates the major episodes of his life through excerpts from the Gospels, pictorial representations, and explanations of significant themes and symbols. This exquisitely produced book and insightful text sheds new light on the life of Christ.