Die Frage, ob Jesus jemals gelebt hat, zieht immer wieder die Aufmerksamkeit von Philosophen und Theologen auf sich. Drews' Buch leugnet die Historizität Jesu und seine Schlussfolgerungen wurden bereits bei der Erstveröffentlichung des Buches Anfang des 20. Jahrhunderts ausführlich untersucht. Während die in dem Buch dargelegten Ansichten vielleicht nicht einem breiten Leserkreis gefallen, ist der Autor dennoch einer der führenden Verfechter einer skeptischen Bewegung. Er bietet dem Leser ...

In view of the vagueness, effectiveness, and vulnerability of the evangelical accounts of Jesus, as far as his historical reality is concerned, the witnesses in non-Christian literature have always occupied a prominent place in the question of his historicity. As early as the first few centuries of the present era pious Christians searched the Jewish and pagan writers for references to Jesus, convinced that such references ought to be found in them; they regarded with great concern the und...

The Christ Myth by Arthur Drews presents a controversial argument regarding the historical existence of Jesus Christ, suggesting that the figure of Jesus is a mythological construct rather than a historical person. Drews, a German philosopher and theologian, draws upon contemporary scholarship, including biblical criticism and mythological studies, to assert that the stories and teachings attributed to Jesus are derived from earlier myths and religious traditions, rather than based on a re...

Among no people was the longing for redemption so lively and the expectation of a speedy end of the world so strong as among the Jews. Since the Babylonian captivity (586536 B.C.) the former Jewish outlook upon the world had undergone a great change. Fifty years had been spent by the Israelites in the land of the stranger. For two hundred years after their return to their own land they were under Persian overlordship. As a consequence of this they were in close connection politically and e...

The great event of the history of the world is the revolution by which the noblest portions of humanity have passed from the ancient religions, comprised under the vague name of Paganism, to a religion founded on Jesus Christ. But many people have a doubt about the existence of Jesus or ignore how Jesus life still influences the world. This book gathered works analyzing the Place of Jesus in the history of the world; the Witnesses to the Historicity of Jesus; and the Essential character of...

The complex man at the center of America's most self-destructive presidencyIn this provocative and revelatory assessment of the only president ever forced out of office, the legendary Washington journalist Elizabeth Drew explains how Richard M. Nixon's troubled inner life offers the key to understanding his presidency. She shows how Nixon was surprisingly indecisive on domestic issues and often wasn't interested in them. Turning to international affairs, she reveal...

"This is a book of stories intended to describe that hand of mortal destruction in 16 utterly different, yet all apocalyptically stunning ways!" — Harlan Ellison, from the Introduction.These compelling visions of post-apocalyptic societies and dystopian worlds include short stories by some of the most acclaimed authors of our time. Among the noteworthy contributors and their works are Stephen King's "The End of the Whole Mess," "The Pedestrian" by Ray Bradbury, and Arthur C. Clarke'...

Did you know that Sir Arthur Conan Doyle thought Harry Houdini had real supernatural powers? Or that he felt that writing about Sherlock Holmes was holding him back from other more meaningful work? What made him seek a career in medicine? And who was the one player he bowled out during his cricketing career?This fascinating audiobook contains over one hundred facts about Conan Doyle, with each chapter focusing on a different part of the author’s life and work. So whether you are the world’...

Journalist Edward Malone is tasked with interviewing the formidable and hot-tempered Professor Challenger, whose controversial claims of living prehistoric creatures on an isolated plateau in South America have stirred widespread skepticism. Expecting a hostile reception from the infamously combative scientist, Malone is instead surprised when Challenger, recognizing the young reporter's eagerness for adventure, invites him to join an upcoming expedition. What follows is a perilous journey...

Journalist Edward Malone is tasked with interviewing the formidable and hot-tempered Professor Challenger, whose controversial claims of living prehistoric creatures on an isolated plateau in South America have stirred widespread skepticism. Expecting a hostile reception from the infamously combative scientist, Malone is instead surprised when Challenger, recognizing the young reporter's eagerness for adventure, invites him to join an upcoming expedition. What follows is a perilous journey...

Did a supernatural hound cause the death of Sir Charles Baskerville? Or is the famous Baskerville curse simply a cover for more sinister goings on? The redoubtable Sherlock Holmes and his sidekick Dr. Watson face danger in an old mansion and on the moors in this rollicking stage adaptation of Doyle’s classic adventure.An L.A. Theatre Works full-cast performance featuring: Geoffrey Arend, Wilson Bethel, Seamus Dever, Sarah Drew, Henri Lubatti, James Marsters, Christopher Neame, Moir...

River Tales presents thirty-two short stories from new writers around the globe. Several fishing tales, along with a few coming of age stories, even one from a fish's point of view, are sure to entertain.River monsters, murder, and redemption can all be found in these watery tales. From poignant to humorous, there is something for everyone to enjoy.