Nicholas de Lange, Apocrypha: Jewish Literature of the Hellenistic Age (New York: Viking Press, 1978) (original) (raw)

This work offers a selection of translations from apocryphal writings spanning the Hellenistic Age, emphasizing the complexities involved in their translation and interpretation. The author aims to communicate the richness of this largely overlooked literature while providing insight into the challenges of presenting diverse texts in a coherent manner. By drawing upon a broader array of Jewish literature beyond the narrow confines of traditional Apocrypha, the book seeks to engage readers with the historical and cultural contexts that shaped these texts.