The Official Catholic Liturgical Bible for England, Wales and Scotland from Advent 24. Beloved by millions around the world, the English Standard Version is ideal for anyone looking for a contemporary and readable Bible that is also accurate and consistent in its rendering of key words and phrases. Created by a team of over 100 leading scholars, this Catholic edition of the ESV is fully Anglicized and features the deuterocanonical books in the Catholic Bible, such as a Tobit, Judith and the Wisdom of Solomon. Presented in a double-column format, with explanatory footnotes providing alternative renderings of particular words and phrases, the ESV-CE Bible offers a clear, easy-to-read text that is perfect for everyday use. An excellent version for detailed Bible study, the ESV-CE Bible also possesses a beauty, clarity and dignity of style that makes it superbly suitable for private devotion or for reading aloud during public worship. The Deluxe Soft-tone edition features an elegant teal cover, strong flexiback binding and two ribbon markers. This premium quality Bible will be loved by anyone looking for a Bible they can keep and delight in for years to come. The Deluxe Soft-tone edition also makes a truly special gift that will be cherished by friends and loved ones. Other features include:9.5-point font sizeAn award-winning typefaceInline chapter headingsInline chapter numbers12 pages of mapsWhite paper from sustainable sourcesFlexi bindingTrim page size: 234 x 156 mmColour patterned endpapers featuring 'This book belongs to:'Lovely teal soft-tone cover material with silver foiled design Silver ribbon markerSilver head and tail bandsRemovable white bellyband