Bible Marvels, Oddities, and Shockers: Amazing Stories from the World's Most Amazing Book

While the tabloid-like format of this book may repell some potential readers, I think the scope of this book is well presented. With stories told as if they are being adapted as a modern expose, the passages are easy to digest. For example, who is better to compare Samson to than Terminator? To the casual reader, the stories are told with a modern flair. To others, these are still the stories, you know and love. While readers may not agree with some of the depictions in the interpretations, facts have not been changed. Just like you will not always agree with your minister on Sunday, some of the thoughts may be too strange for your palate. However, the overall Good News is still the same.

Reviewed by Lori Plach for Reader Views (1/08) A man has 700 wives! Thousands fed on a meager food supplies! Queen falls from a window to a certain death! King consults with a witch in order to make decisions! Imagine a horse who talks and his name is not Mr. Ed! These are just a few of the news stories which might have graced the headlines in Biblical times. There are a host of amazing and unbelievable things which happened in Bible times. Paul Kent has written a book which covers these headlines and many more. In his book "Bible Marvels, Oddities and Shockers" you are certain to learn many new facts. With each specific chapter covering a specific story complete with Scripture references, you can be encouraged to check it out in the number 1 selling book --The Holy Bible. Some of these stories you may have heard of and others you may not have. Surely you have heard of Jacob and Esau as being twins but did you know there was another pair and one twin had his wrist tied with a scarlet cord so he would gain the birthright? Bible scholars of all ages will enjoy Paul Kent's work. This book is enjoyable for everyone who wants to learn more about the Bible and the many unique ways God used unusual circumstances to make others learn more about him and rely on his strength. If you ever thought the Bible was just another boring book with nothing extraordinary, you are in for a certain surprise! You will definitely marvel the amazing ways God has been there for His people throughout the years! God's love is everywhere; you just have to know where to look. "Bible Marvels, Oddities and Shockers" is there to help you!

This book is written and produced in the style of the World Weekly News, that craziest of all tabloids with stories about bat-boy, aliens at the pentagon, etc. There are plenty of bizzare, kooky, and downright silly stories in the Bible, and this guy has collected quite a few. Ususally the people who collect this type of material are skeptics trying to make the Bible look ridiculous - but this author is serious! This author actually considers the little volume an evangelistic effort. Still quite funny. Place in bathroom for optimal reading.