If you are interested in studying the Old Testament this second edition of An Introduction to the Old Testament, by Tremper Longman III and Raymond Dillard is the place to start. This edition is unique from other introductions to the Old Testament as it integrates and interacts with recent developments in Old Testament scholarship, offering a solid understanding of three key issues: historical background, literary analysis, and theological message.
An Introduction to the Old Testament delves into the meaning of each individual book in light of the whole canonical context and includes charts and graphs to help further illuminate God’s Word. As a special feature, this resource contains sections relating books of the Old Testament to the New Testament and the coming of Christ.