A good overview, but Rumbelow's book is better researched and more comprehensive.

Jack The Ripper has never seaced to fasinate me, the grossness of the whole thing has caught me up in a whirlwind of imagination. I have already devoted 16 precious years of my life following his ghost and reliving the amazing fantasy

1. Interesting: different perspectives have been collected nicely and makes the reader inquisitive. 2. Thought Provoking: as it addresses a very crucial and sensitive subject dear to about half of the world population. Did Jesus die on the cross or not? Key question is being addressed. 3. Poor Judgment: Firstly, the author was unable to separate Khwaja Nazir's work from Mirza Ghulam Ahmad's work. Many places he tends to mix up his comments. Mirza Ghulam Ahmad Started Ahmadiyya Movement. Khwaja Nazir wrote an independent book as one of his followers who later separated from MIrza Ghulam Ahmad's group and joined the splinter group. While making remark abour Nazir's work, he stereotypes all Ahmedis by saing Ahmadiyya stance. Secondly: Just because Mirza Ghulam Ahmad's work presented in Jesus in India has substantial data from authentic Eastern sources and literary works, Pappas has considered it almost invalid or unauthentic. If The tomb lies in the East, how one could reject the info from the neighboring sites located around the Kashmir area, just because it is not written by Westerners. P. Beskow has done the same mistake as has been pointed out correctly by James Deardorff. Both Pappas and Beskow consider the wealth of info presented by most authentic sources of East as unacceptable as it was not initiated from the west. Very poor judgment indeed. One must be objective and analytical in one's approach while evaluating the material on scholastice merits rather than origin of the person. History reveals tha all teh current advancement in Mathematics and sciences did not start in the west rather they originated from Muslims like Algebra, Alchemy, AlHikmat etc. Let the readers judge for themselves.

The book is about fact-and-legend based material on the life of Jesus. The author discusses and analyses the gospels along with local tradition from ancient Palestine all the way to Kashmir India. The main theme of the book is that the alleged tomb of "Jusasef the Prophet" located in Shrinegar, Kashmir should be investigated in order to verify whether it belongs to Jesus Christ who,according to the Koran and local tradition, did not die on the cross but fled to Kashmir to teach to the lost tribes of Israel

This book is an argument for the proposition that Jesus Christ did not exist as a man and that the tradition of his life was made up. The argument in the book is a reasonably familiar one and has been advanced by other sceptics. Basically there is very little historical evidence for the existence of Christ. Mentions of him by contemporary authors are both ambiguous and probably forgeries. The Gospels themselves are probably written about a hundred years after his death.

Cutner suggests that the creator of Christianity is Paul. His letters are the first surviving material to suggest the existence of Christ. Paul of course never met Christ but had visions of him. Cutner suggests that the construction of the Christian myth has been based on religious concepts that were current at the time. Krishna, Dionysius, Krishna and Osiris all had similar careers. That is being divine personages, born as men, killed and then risen from the dead. The story of Christ seems derived from these similar legends. Cutner does not explain the mechanics of the process he just suggests that it is the overwhelming likelihood.

The structure of the book is to look at the evidence for Christ in the ancient authors and in the bible. The material and approach is similar to another book The Christ by Remsberg. Of the two, Remsbergs book is probably better written and is a much clearer exposition of the theory. This book however has a chapter looking at Jewish sources and it also has a chapter dealing with the response to the Myth theory of Jesus.

The book is not bad but it appears to have been written some time ago. The forward of this version suggests a publication date of 2000 but the style suggests that it is much older. I preferred Remsberg. Still this is interesting for its greater discussion of the Jewish material.

In 1950, mythicist Herb Cutner published his excellent work, "Jesus: God, Man or Myth?," which not only explores the mythical nature of Jesus Christ but also provides a rare and much-needed summarization of the debate between mythicists and historicizers over the past few centuries. Contrary to popular belief, the idea that Jesus Christ is a mythical character is not new: In fact, the questioning and doubting of the gospel tale started at the beginning of the Christian era and has been continued by thousands, if not millions, since then. The historicization and carnalization of the Christ character was fought by the Docetic Gnostics, and the disbelief was addressed by early orthodox Christians as well, including the writers of the canonical epistles of John. Indeed, 1 John 4 condemns as "antichrists" those "spirits" who do not confess that "Jesus Christ has come in the flesh," as does 2 John 7. Many, says 2 John, have contested the historicity of Jesus Christ, even by his day.

The writings of early Christians also verify that Christ was perceived by the Pagans as a typical sun god, an idea that came to fruition in the works of French scholar Charles Dupuis at the end of the 18th century, when he wrote his multivolume "Origine de tous les cultes." Dupuis was followed by Count Volney, another brilliant French mythicist, and the floodgates opened, with the German School of biblical criticism kicking into full gear, the Dutch throwing their hats into the arena, and the British making a tremendous impact that is likely responsible for the extremely low rate of church attendance in Britain today. Particularly notable among the British were Godfrey Higgins, Rev. Robert Taylor, Gerald Massey and JM Robertson, although Higgins was apparently a "sincere Christian" and not a mythicist in the strictest sense of the word. The German school culminated in the excellent works of Arthur Drews, while the French also produced Couchoud and Dujardin. The mythicists made such inroads that by the end of the 19th century the Right Reverend JP Lundy acknowledged the bulk of their arguments as truthful - up to the point where they claimed Christ to be a myth. Lundy was not at all alone in his acknowledgement of the Pagan origins of Christianity; indeed, some decades later Christian apologist Sir Arthur Weigall composed his work "The Paganism in Our Christianity," in which he repeatedly admitted the unoriginality of the Christian fable but declared nevertheless that Christ's Passion, at least, really did happen and was a miracle.

In his remarkable book, Cutner not only provides an abstract of the debate to his day but also establishes - or reestablishes - a number of the most important contentions and facts exposed by mythicists and other Bible critics, including the fact that the four canonical gospels, Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, appear nowhere in the historical/literary record until the end of the second century, despite the claims and wishful thinking of Christian proponents, many of whom, unbelievably, still maintain that these gospels were written by the apostles/disciples themselves and are "eyewitness accounts." These apologist assertions are simply wrong, as has been demonstrated repeatedly over the centuries by the ablest of scholars and scientists, many of whom were Christians.

It has always mystified believers and assorted other historicizers that the story of Jesus Christ appears in no contemporary historical record. Of at least 40 writers of the first several decades of the Christian era, including philosophers and historians, not one mentions Christ, Christians or Christianity. With such a suspicious development concerning a man who "supposedly shook up the world," apologists have been forced to resort to a few pitiful and inadequate "references" in non-Christian sources dating to decades later. Cutner provides an astute analysis of the purported references to Jesus in secular literature, including supposed Jewish "testimony" such as the writings of the Jewish historian Josephus and the Talmud. In the first place, the authors of these texts are not witnesses at all, having lived many decades to centuries after the supposed advent of Christ. Secondly, it is evident that (non-Christian) Jews of the second century had no clue as to any "historical" Jesus.

Having established that there is no evidence of a "historical Jesus," Cutner proceeds to the Christian mythology at the center of the debate, reiterating the solar-mythos thesis, with its virgin birth and so many other motifs found within Christianity. Regarding astrology or astrotheology and biblical stories and rituals, Cutner remarks:

"...Nearly all the solar deities had a Virgin for a mother... The birthday of Jesus, like that of Mithra and other solar gods, was about December 25, and his twelve Apostles certainly correspond to the twelve signs of the Zodiac. When Jesus (who was the Sun of Righteousness) was 'crucified,' the Sun naturally died; it was eclipsed. And of course, Jesus rose with the Sun on the day of the Sun. It would have been out of the question for him to rise on any other day - say on Moon-day. 'Every detail of the Sun Myth,' says R.A. Proctor, the famous writer on astronomy, 'is worked into the record of the Galilean teacher.' It could hardly have been otherwise." (144)

Cutner ends his book with a further discussion of the history of the debate between historicizers and mythicists, a very necessary and revealing synopsis. He details the arguments on both sides, including further responses to various claims by proponents and opponents as the controversy progressed over the decades and centuries. It is important to note that the arguments put forth today against the mythicist perspective are the same as those used in the past, even though they have been thoroughly addressed and refuted many times. "Jesus: God, Man or Myth?" is a valuable work which handily shows that the subject has been hotly contested behind the scenes and over the heads of the masses, who are almost completely unaware of its existence, to the point where mythicists today are considered oddities who seemingly pop up out of nowhere, a false impression, to say the least.

Acharya S, author "The Christ Conspiracy: The Greatest Story Ever Sold" and "Suns of God: Krishna, Buddha and Christ Unveiled."

I read this book shortly after meeting with Sam Irvin as a newspaper consultant in 1966. He was a delight and so was this book. Senator Sam was perhaps the last great constitutionalist of the 1900s. He sacrificed alot of his own beliefs to better provide racial equality, especially at the educational level. He was a true gentleman and late in his illustrious career became obsessed with Richard Nixon's clandestine activities. You will not be able to put this book down or again see the Constitution the way you used to.

Paul Clancy understands politics and politicians. JUST A COUNTRY LAWYER reveals the character, the foibles and the greatness of a politician whose life has much to teach us all. This book should be in print, and everyone who wants to understand American politics should read it1

The version makes some word substitutions that are not used in the KJV copies I am used to. So, it is not the classic KJV.

This is the New Testament of the KJV (I cannot recommend anything better) in audio on multiple CDs. The 16 CDs are laid conveniently so that chapters tend to match tracks. The case nicely holds all CDs.

The reading is clear, but lacks the impact of other versions I own on cassette.

Have A Blessed Day!

Just as you think you have it all figured out, the author takes you through another loop. Good imagination for the plot and sub-plots, good use of his knowledge of New Orleans. Gets a little too pat during the "justice" phase at the end. Very good book and worth the price.

Once I started reading the book, I couldn't put it down. A murder mystery set in New Orleans, it is filled with interesting characters ranging from the underworld to prominent New Orleans residents.

Intrigue, romance, politics, power, and relationships all blended together by the author in a plot of twists and turns keeps the reader hooked! Also, short chapters with a variety of scene changes taking you into famous restaurants and locales in New Orleans adds to the inticement of the story. (P.S. - my husband who normally reads only news and sports magazines picked the book up from our coffee table and couldn't put it down either.)

Paul Erdman with a Doctorate in Economics has been an International Economist, a practicing Executive, and CEO of a Swiss Bank, in addition to being an accomplished author of a number of bestsellers. He is also a columnist for CBS marketwatch, and a regular writer/contributor on economic and financial matters.

Very often, we citizens get confounded by the happenings in Stockmarkets, Foreign Exchange fluctuations, Interest rate fluctuations, Balance of payments crisis, and many such esoteric matters of hi-finance and economics which have such a deep impact on the life and times of all of us. Reading text books on Applied Economics, Finance etc will not only bore us to death, but will also add to the confusion!

Paul Erdman's books are the best way to learn all this in an entertaining manner. As a qualified economist with practical hands on knowledge of Financial and Economic matters, and his creative abilities of writing good fiction, he weaves very interesting stories which are not only thrillingly entertaining but also very educative.

Though he had written 2 books in 1973 and 74, but his 1976 book "The Crash of 79" made him a celebrity overnight. Erdman has written a number of financial thrillers,and has netted an aggregate of 152 weeks on New York Times best seller lists!

This book 'last days of America' is a chilling tale of how economic crisis could lead to major political upheavals and dangerous shifts in the balance of powers. The book published in 1981 based on political and economic trends then prevailing as well the expected scenario developments outlines a scenario that is really frightening, yet so plausible. Thank God no such thing happened.The story;

Frank Rogers is the President of an American aerospace company CMDS,making cruise missiles among other things, and Herb Patterson is the Chairman. A major missile deal from NATO on which CMDS has bet 750 million dollars in under threat which can put the very survival of CMDS at stake. Frank is commissioned to ensure that CMDS gets the order. Frank reaches Switzerland and ropes in the influential middlemen who can swing deals for a 'consideration'. The deal is worked out at highest levels, monies are spent, but still the deal falls through! CMDS is on the verge of bankruptcy, which was the original master plan of the Politicians who wanted CMDS to sell them the technology of making the special cruise missiles. Will the plan be successful? Will the mighty Government of the US allow this to happen?What happens to Frank who gets caught in the middle and gets victimized as a sacrificial goat? How can one business transaction be used to change the entire global balance of power? Will US allow itself to be humbled?

To know the answers read this very interesting book which has been very well written, has great deal of infotainment, you will just love the style

Paul Erdman with a Doctorate in Economics has been an International Economist, a practicing Executive, and CEO of a Swiss Bank, in addition to being an accomplished author of a number of bestsellers. He is also a columnist for CBS marketwatch, and a regular writer/contributor on economic and financial matters.

Very often, we citizens get confounded by the happenings in Stockmarkets, Foreign Exchange fluctuations, Interest rate fluctuations, Balance of payments crisis, and many such esoteric matters of hi-finance and economics which have such a deep impact on the life and times of all of us. Reading text books on Applied Economics, Finance etc will not only bore us to death, but will also add to the confusion!

Paul Erdman's books are the best way to learn all this in an entertaining manner. As a qualified economist with practical hands on knowledge of Financial and Economic matters, and his creative abilities of writing good fiction, he weaves very interesting stories which are not only thrillingly entertaining but also very educative.

Though he had written 2 books in 1973 and 74, but his 1976 book "The Crash of 79" made him a celebrity overnight. Erdman has written a number of financial thrillers,and has netted an aggregate of 152 weeks on New York Times best seller lists!

This book 'last days of America' is a chilling tale of how economic crisis could lead to major political upheavals and dangerous shifts in the balance of powers. The book published in 1981 based on political and economic trends then prevailing as well the expected scenario developments outlines a scenario that is really frightening, yet so plausible. Thank God no such thing happened.The story;

Frank Rogers is the President of an American aerospace company CMDS,making cruise missiles among other things, and Herb Patterson is the Chairman. A major missile deal from NATO on which CMDS has bet 750 million dollars in under threat which can put the very survival of CMDS at stake. Frank is commissioned to ensure that CMDS gets the order. Frank reaches Switzerland and ropes in the influential middlemen who can swing deals for a 'consideration'. The deal is worked out at highest levels, monies are spent, but still the deal falls through! CMDS is on the verge of bankruptcy, which was the original master plan of the Politicians who wanted CMDS to sell them the technology of making the special cruise missiles. Will the plan be successful? Will the mighty Government of the US allow this to happen?What happens to Frank who gets caught in the middle and gets victimized as a sacrificial goat? How can one business transaction be used to change the entire global balance of power? Will US allow itself to be humbled?

To know the answers read this very interesting book which has been very well written, has great deal of infotainment, you will just love the style of Paul Erdman!

This book was not quite what I expected, as it contained a lot of politics and not as much policing information as I would have liked, but that was the author's decision, so I cannot condemn him for that. But I would like to meet his editor and ask him or her what they were thinking whenever they sent this book to print. I found that it repeated itself way too much, and it seemed that at least a couple of sentences on every page didn't really make any sense, such as big words being used but with the wrong meanings. I did like the personal stories and the interaction that the author had with the mounties, but the history of how the RCMP became like a business wasn't really presented in an interesting manner. But if business info is what you want, then you should definitely pick up a copy of this book, and if it is policing information you are looking for, then this book is still a good buy.

This book was excellent in it's detail of how the RCMP have been challenged by political influeance and policy shift over the last decades. It explains the roots of the RCMP culture and the members who have seen the changes through various goverments and Commissioners. If you understand policing, and appreciate the challenges faced by frontline and management officers, but can't reason with current direction and focus, this book will open your thoughts and broden your opinions as to Federal and Municipal Policing in this country.

This book is very exciting. It is especially good if you like baseball cards. It's about a group of kids who live in a small town. It was built for their parents company and they all will be moving soon. After they buy baseball cards at a garage sale they find out they are worth a lot of money. They split all the cards except for the most valuable card in which they decide to give to the last man living there. It was one of those books where you want to put yourself in their situations. If you're into books where there is always something going on then this is the book for you. I read this book for a book report and like it a lot.

This is a really good book that keeps you on the edge of your seat. It is an adventurous and breathtaking book. I couldn't put it down. It is one of the best books I've read. It kept me wondering who was going to be the last man not to move and what their reward was going to be.Yea!

This is a collection of essays which compare [homosexuals] in the US with those in Latin America. It looks at male homosexuality from a historical, pre-colombian, and tribal perspective as well. Murray is an erudite anthropologist and therefore does not fall into the loopholes in scholarship that many white men who "study" homosexuality in Latin America have. The author is a bit of an essentialist and that may rub constructionists the wrong way. Of his books on international male homosexuality, this is the best one buy far. I think every [homosexual] Latino who wants to know their own [homosexual] Latino history should own a copy.

There are some excellent books on male homosexuality in particular sites (Hector Carrillo and Joseph Carrier on Guadalajara, Mexico; Richard Parker on (Rio) Brazil; Manuel Fernandez on (San Pedro, Honduras)) but this collection ranges much more widely, including material on indigenous cultures as well as the dominant machista one that varies only slightly from Texas to Tierra del Fuego, and incipient "modern gay" homosexuality.

About half the chapters are by Stephen Murray, who has considered reports from many societies and done fieldwork in Mexico, Guatemala, and Peru. He is very critical of the romantic view of "tolerance" ("anything goes"/ "there's no sin south of the border") but includes chapters by the two main purveyors of that view (Paul Kutsche and Richard Parker). The book contains a multiplicity of scholarly views and data ranging from the usual literary texts to ethnography and survey research on sexual behavior of males who have sex with males in Latin America.