First of a series of four books covering the four gospels. Based on the work of contemporary scripture scholars, and using the New Revised Standard Version of the gospels, it is an attempt to offer some overall insights into the gospel. It is intended for the general reader who wishes to know how the gospel came to be written and what it has to tell us about. " gives] an excellent historical background...the book gives a fine analysis of Luke and could serve as the textbook for a Bible study class. It is recommended for all Catholic libraries."-Catholic Library World