Stories of the Bible, Volume 1: The People of the Chosen Land

"Stories of the Bible, Volume 1: The People of the Chosen Land" by Myles Endicott, is a compilation of imaginatively told narratives based on biblical stories, composed in the late 1800s. This book presents major events and characters from the origin stories involving creation and the early adventures of the Israelite people. It starts with the creation of the universe and tells of mankind’s beginning in the Garden of Eden, then journeys through significant moments with figures of faith, such as Adam, Eve, and Noah, the ancestors Jacob and Esau, and culminating in the epic tale of Moses guiding his people out of captivity. The book is designed to impart moral lessons of faith and obedience, making it easy for young people to learn and grasp these core Biblical stories.