The New Jerusalem Bible is recognised as one of today's most accurate, clear and modern translations, the fruit of long collaboration between leading biblical scholars.NEW for 2015, this handy-sized Pocket Edition presents the New Jerusalem Bible in an easily accessible and manageable form suitable for everyone.- Accurate, clear and modern- Beautiful gift format- Gold on white design- Page-edge gilding- Slipcase- Presentation page- Ribbon marker- Great price!- A Glossary, with verse references, explaining key terms and themes- A Chronological History, showing biblical events against contemporary world rulers and dynasties- An Index of Persons, with verse references- Brief Introductions to every book- Almost 200 Footnotes on key words and concepts.