[Black Jesus] The Story of Christmas by Jane Ray (1991) 1st Edition, 1st Printing / Hardcover

The Story of Christmas   
illustrated bt Jane Ray

Published by Dutton Children's Books, 1991. Hardcover. First Edition. First Printing. A Fine copy in a Near Fine dustjacket.

This is the story of Christmas and it's aftermath, adapted from the Gospels of Matthew and Luke and gloriously illustrated in a splendor of jeweled color, borrowing shapes and patterns from ancient and modern folk art. The illustrations feature generous spreads filled with cunning details and realistic depictions of the characters of the region as dark skinned peoples. Full color throughout.