The Bible doesn't come with an introduction and explanatory notes, unless they are modern. I'm sorry, but I feel this is a petty complaint. If you want to know about the formation of the canon and the New Testemant Apophryca you just need to go to the Theology section of a half-decent Llibrary.
Look: http://www.amazon.co.uk/s/ref=nb_ss_...spel+of+Thomas
The Gnostic Gospels are on Amazon for less than £20, inc postage.
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