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A DOUBTER'S Doubts about Science and Religion was first published anonymously, at a time when the author was Assistant Commissioner of Police and Head of the Criminal Investigation Department, at Scotland Yard (London). As the book is addressed to men of the world, it speaks from the standpoint of scepticism — the true scepticism which tests everything, not the sham sort which credulously accepts anything that seems to discredit the Bible. If, for example, the Bible taught evolution, it may be averred that evolution would be scoffed by many who now cling to it with a childlike faith worthy ...

Would-be author of romance Gerald Musgrave, southern gentleman and member of the Protestant Episcopal Church of the United States of America, is fated one day to meet with a Sylan and exchange his body with that of the devil in order to dedicate himself to a life in pursuit of the thaumaturgical arts. Inadvertently Gerald begins a journey on a path to godhood to reign in the eternal kingdom of Antan over all old gods and myths of legend astride the mighty silver steed Kalki. Will Gerald achieve this lofty goal he sets out to accomplish or will be be waylaid by the wiles of a pretty face or the...

Bramwell Booth was the oldest child of William and Catherine Booth, the founders of the Salvation Army. Upon the death of his father, Willie, as he was known within the family, succeeded his father moving from the Army’s first chief of staff to the helm as General. Although his autocratic leadership style caused great dissent within the ranks of the Army, and ultimately lead to his removal, he has left a legacy in this book of cherished insights into the life and character of Christ, the Lord of the universal army of all followers of the Master. - Summary by Larry Wilson

Making Believe responds to a remarkable flowering of art by Mennonites in Canada. After the publication of his first novel in 1962, Rudy Wiebe was the only identifiable Mennonite literary writer in the country. Beginning in the 1970s, the numbers grew rapidly and now include writers Patrick Friesen, Sandra Birdsell, Di Brandt, Sarah Klassen, Armin Wiebe, David Bergen, Miriam Toews, Carrie Snyder, Casey Plett, and many more.

Self-hatred. Guilt. Resentment. Paranoia. Hysteria. Overbearing mother-love. In this witty, insightful, and poignant book, Devorah Baum delves into fiction, film, memoir, and psychoanalysis to present a dazzlingly original exploration of a series of feelings famously associated with modern Jews.

In The First Christmas, two of today's top Jesus scholars, Marcus J. Borg and John Dominic Crossan, join forces to show how history has biased our reading of the nativity story as it appears in the gospels of Matthew and Luke. As they did for Easter in their previous book, The Last Week, here...

Fear is a universal experience, weaving itself into the very fabric of our lives. In Where No Fear Was, Arthur Christopher Benson invites us on a profound exploration of the many facets of fear. From the childhood fears that many of us can still recall to the anxieties that challenge us throughout different stages of life, Benson delves into the origins of these emotions with remarkable insight. Additionally, he shares thoughtful essays on the perspectives of notable authors who have grappled with fear in their own works. This book is not a scientific examination but rather a rich tapestry of ...

Did Jesus Christ really exist? A rationalist answer to the question is given here by an ordained minister, independent preacher, and lecturer on "independent religion", M. M. Mangasarian. Though the full work was a series of studies from several additional authors from the Independent Religious Society in Chicago, this production highlights Mangasarian's contribution.

Join us for a captivating exploration of the spectral tales where the spirits of our canine companions make their presence known. This episode features Chapter 2, Apparitions of Dogs, from the intriguing book Animal Ghosts Or, Animal Hauntings and the Hereafter. Narrated by David Wales, these stories will make you ponder the mysteries of life after death through the lens of our beloved pets.

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The Book of Life is an interview-format podcast about Jewish kidlit, mostly, with occasional coverage of YA/adult books, music, film and web, established in December 2005. Host Heidi Rabinowitz is a Judaica librarian at Congregation B'nai Israel of Boca Raton, FL, and the podcast reveals the backstory of materials that might be found in a synagogue library like Heidi's.

A short interview program featuring the latest authors in Christian publishing. Hosted by Roberta Foster of KNEO Radio in Neosho, Missouri. To contact KNEO, email authorscorner@kneo.org