Title: Great Archaeological Story
Product review: Anyone interested in Archaeology will find Gibson's book a real treat, but religious historians may be disappointed in the depth of Gibson's knowledge of John the Baptist, Jesus, and 1st Century Israel. This book delves into every aspect of what makes archaeology so interesting and time-consuming, and there are lots of references to other archaeological sites and projects. You get a real flavor for what it must be like to go on a dig, and how much work goes into figuring out what you have. Even the many personal asides are enjoyable, for they give you a sense of going along with the author.As historical scholarship, however, Gibson's knowledge of the period appears to be limited to the archaeology. Students of theology and/or history can probably get more (and better) information elsewhere.
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