One of the most formidable obstacles confronting New Testament scholars is acquiring a deep understanding of the vast array of Greco-Roman, Jewish, and Pagan primary sources. These ancient texts, spanning from the Paraphrase of Shem to Pesiqta Rabbati, are crucial to grasping the nuances of NT interpretation. Yet, mastering the content, provenance, and significance of these documents can be a daunting task, often requiring years of dedication or an extraordinary memory. Craig Evans's masterful guide, a thoroughly revised and expanded edition of Noncanonical Writings and New Testament Interpretation, provides a comprehensive roadmap to navigate this complex literary landscape. With meticulous attention to detail, Evans catalogues the essential information on date, language, text, translation, and bibliography for each document. Moreover, he expertly evaluates their relevance to NT interpretation, shedding new light on the intricate relationships between these ancient texts. The scope of literature surveyed is breathtaking, encompassing the Old Testament apocrypha, pseudepigrapha, Dead Sea Scrolls, ancient translations of the OT, Targum paraphrases, Philo, Josephus, Rabbinic texts, NT pseudepigrapha, early church fathers, gnostic writings, and more. Six invaluable appendices, including a list of NT quotations, allusions, and parallels, and a comparative analysis of Jesus' parables with those of the rabbis, will prove indispensable to scholars and students alike. As James H. Charlesworth, George L. Collord Professor of New Testament Language and Literature at Princeton Theological Seminary, praised the first edition: "Evans's introduction is more than a cartographic guide to uncharted territory; it is a trusted companion for all who venture into the fascinating realm of pre-Constantinian Judaism and Christianity."