Excerpts:"There are no problems related to human progress and happiness in this age which any theology can solve, and which the teachings of freethought cannot do better and without the aid of encumbrances. ... Agree or disagree with this contention you may, but only when you are made aware of the facts that can be brought to the aid of this conviction. ... The supernaturalist's armamentarium of God, Bible, Heaven, Hell, Soul, Immortality, Sin, The Fall and Redemption of Man, Praye...

In "The Necessity of Atheism," David Marshall Brooks offers a bold exploration of the intersection between belief and reason, challenging the foundational pillars of theistic thought with clarity and intellectual vigor. He employs a persuasive literary style that deftly combines philosophical inquiry with sharp, ironic wit, engaging the reader in a discourse that is both accessible and profound. Set against the backdrop of contemporary debates surrounding faith and science, Brooks meticulo...

A comet swarm threatens earth, will clashing civilizations join forces in time to survive? Join Professor Josiah Craft who uncovers a stone with secret powers and follow him and his team as they travel back in time to learn that the stone has secrets that might hold the answer to saving the earth from disaster. Enjoy the wild ride! Love the Akita! “The Star Stone, The Chair, & The Dog” Book 1 Secrets of the Star Stone Society, is an action thriller mystery with scifi & exciting time travel...

"The Necessity of Atheism" by David Marshall Brooks is a thought-provoking exploration of the philosophical underpinnings of atheism. Brooks argues that belief in a deity is not only unnecessary but also counterproductive to human progress. He delves into the historical context of religious thought, examining how atheism has emerged as a rational response to the complexities of existence. Through a critical lens, he challenges readers to reconsider their beliefs and the implications of a w...

I took more of a prose approach this time. I can say more when phrases don't have to rhyme.

Memories are fleeting, and a region's history can easily be forgotten. This book features over 200 unique and interesting historical postcards that vividly capture San Diego County's forgotten past from 1890 to 1990. From bowling alleys to military bases, from giant dirigibles to sleek airplanes, from billionaires to bulldogs--San Diego has changed so fundamentally that much of its charming history has faded from our memories. Forgotten San Diego showcases the unique evolution of San Diego...

There isn't really a whole lot to describe here. It runs in my family so I kind of have to bring it up.

This volume of the Building Bridges Seminar, Power: Divine and Human, Christian and Muslim Perspectives, comprises pairs of essays by Christians and Muslims which introduce texts for dialogical study, plus the actual text-excerpts themselves.This new book goes far beyond mere reporting on a dialogical seminar; rather, it provides guidance and materials for constructing a similar dialogical experience on a particular topic. As a resource for comparative theology, Power: Divine and H...

Written with the essence of cheap blues. I think that ought to make up fifty characters.

Where most stories end, another begins. A new installment as the saga continues.

Out of context, out of phase, and out of tune, so frightening. A continuation of the saga.

Written around the same time as what became Highways of America so it ended up being a precursor to that story. These are songs I wrote that didn't require a lot of orchestration and I can just play them on my own. You can probably tell it also wasn't written during a high point in my life.