The Four Gospels: An Introduction is a remarkably informative and lucid explanation of the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John for the general reader. An introductory chapter outlines the individual identities and main characteristics of each of the Gospels, and describes their sources, authorship, literary forms, purpose, and the audience to whom they were originally addressed. They function as both theological portraits and historical, yet not eyewitness, accounts aimed at conveying the 'good news' of salvation.