Mark's Gospel was largely ignored for centuries as it was thought to be a summary of Matthew, but it is now seen as the first, and in many ways the most interesting, of the Gospels. This short guide avoids technicalities to provide an informed impression of Mark.
This primarily intended for the reader who has no previous knowledge of biblical criticism.It avoids technicalities but leaves the reader with a vivid and informed impression of this earliest gospel portraying an elusive and mysterious Jesus.