Part of a commentary series that leads the reader through the literary composition and narrative flow of biblical works, this commentary on Revelation offers the reader a clear and cogent interpretation of this challenging biblical book. While emphasizing the literary unity of the work and its inner logic, Trafton views Revelation as presenting a message from God to first-century Christians under a great deal of pressure from their surrounding social and religious context. readers trying to crack the mystery of Revelation will find this a helpful guide.