Edited by David E. Orton and published by Brill , the collection highlights Mark's transition from being viewed as a simple editor to a "creative composer".
: It traces the shift from early redaction criticism (which focused on how Mark handled his sources) to modern narrative criticism , which analyzes him as a storyteller and playwright. The Composition of Mark's Gospel: Selected Stud...
: The volume explores the widely held scholarly view that Mark was the original inventor of the "Gospel" genre, serving as the earliest model for later evangelists like Matthew and Luke. Edited by David E
: Detailed studies within the book examine specific literary techniques unique to Mark, such as: The Composition of Mark's Gospel: Selected Stud...
: How the author portrays the disciples and the crowds. The Composition of Mark's Gospel - Brill