![]() ![]() I realize that this commitment inherently colours my perspective on both the Bible and the book I am currently reviewing but of course no more than Philip Pullman's admitted and overt anti-theism colours his take on the first four books of the New Testament (and the rest for that matter). " In the interests of full disclosure, I will say from the start that I am a Christian who is committed to the historical veracity and authority of the New Testament account of the life of Jesus, the Christ. I'd definitely recommend the book to thoughtful young adults and those who haven't yet considered the inevitable role of myth in even widely accepted religions. Although well-written and philosophically insightful, it is ultimately a story I've heard before, with embellishments that aren't entirely unexpected to an atheist. Not much is changed in this retelling, except for what happens behind the scenes- and it makes all the difference. " That a fiction author can refashion the myth of Jesus into one that makes infinitely more sense and presents a vastly more appealing view of spirituality than the one on which millions of people throughout history have built their lives, speaks both to the timeless wonders of storytelling and the hollow nature of religion. ![]() ![]() Overall Performance: Narration Rating: Story Rating:. ![]()
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