The Official Catholic Liturgical Bible for England, Wales and Scotland from Advent 24Beloved by millions around the world, the English Standard Version of the Bible is ideal for anyone looking for a contemporary and readable translation 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. This illustrated Baptism edition is presented as a beautiful white hardback, inlaid with silver foil, in a soft slipcase and with two ribbon markers. It has a dedication page and features 16 stunning full-colour plates from artist Skylar White that will capture children’s imaginations from their earliest years and make this a Baptism gift that they will cherish for years to come. Other features include:9.5 pt font sizeBritish textDouble-column layoutAn award-winning typefaceInline chapter headingsInline chapter numbers12 pages of mapsWhite paper from sustainable sourcesHardback binding with protective sleeveColour Illustrated endpapers featuring 'This book belongs to:'Features 16 beautiful illustrations by Skylar WhiteSilver ribbon markerDurable white cover material with silver foiled designSilver head and tail bands