This book takes a very historical-critical look at the Bible. There's little personal influence used in this book, just simple logic. Ehrman clearly shows his findings as he studied the Bible through his scholarly career. Most of the focus is on issues, specifically contradictions and modifications that have taken place in the Bible. Often irreconcilable contradictions. The author does not attack Christians, in fact it's really best for Christians to read. Ehrman shows that the Bible is not perfect, but he doesn't say not to believe in Christianity. Highly recommended for readers of all levels.
I just finished reading all the books in the Ender series, and I loved them all. Xenocide was very different from the others but still a great read. The ending also leaves you hanging so make sure you have Children of the Mind nearby to continue reading! The beginning Chinese philosophical chapters are a bit dull but they'll make more sense later in the book. The author could have spent less time on those chapters but I guess that was his choice. The book was still worth reading.
I was put off reading the last few books of the series by countless reviews and rumors about how badly the books had turned out. Eventually I got around to reading them anyways, and I loved every one of them. I read this book in 2 nights because of how engrossing it was. It should be noted, the style of the books changes from Ender's Game to this final one, from sci-fi, to a bit more fantasy with all the soul stuff, but I didn't mind. I love fantasy too and the story hinged on the way the universe is described. It's a shame more detail couldn't have been spent in describing all the things that go along with the magical feat of faster than light travel, but Card spent his time focused more… Read more
