The Genesis narrative has long been a topic of intense debate among Christians, with various interpretations vying for dominance. This book presents three prevailing approaches to understanding the genre of Genesis, chapters 1-11, and their far-reaching implications for biblical interpretation. Each contributor articulates their stance on the genre, explaining why their perspective is faithful to the text and providing examples of its practical application to specific passages. The three positions are: Theological History, which affirms Genesis as both historical and theological narrative, defended by James K. Hoffmeier; Proto-History, which recognizes the diverse literary genres in early Genesis while maintaining the book's theological coherence, defended by Gordon J. Wenham; and Ancient Historiography, which seeks to balance the human limitations of the authors with the divine nature of the text, defended by Kenton L. Sparks. Under the guidance of general editor and Old Testament scholar Charles Halton, this volume provides a nuanced exploration of each perspective, helping readers to weigh the strengths and weaknesses of each view and form informed conclusions on this contested issue.