This list is provided by Dr. Hess for the Students in OT511 Israel's Early History & Poetry
The Old Testament: A Historical, Theological, and Critical Introduction by 
NIV Biblical Theology Study Bible by 
The Epic of Eden by
A great way of bringing those Christians who are neither that interested nor aware of the value of the Old Testament into a love and understanding of these Scripture.
Family in the Bible: Exploring Customs, Culture, and Context by
Unique examination of the family in each of the major sections of the Bible.
War in the Bible and Terrorism in the Twenty-First Century by 
Life in Biblical Israel by
With color photos and drawings, this is the best discussion of the realia of life in biblical times.
Discovering Biblical Equality, 2nd ed. by For Help with Electronic Resources
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