Books with author Richard Harries

Dr. Richard Carrier is an expert in the history of the ancient world and a critic of Christian attempts to distort history in defense of their faith. Not the Impossible Faith is a tour de force in that genre, dissecting and refuting the oft-repeated claim that Christianity could not have succeeded in the ancient world unless it was true. Though framed as a detailed rebuttal to Christian apologist J.P. Holding (author of The Impossible Faith), Carrier takes a general approach that educates the reader on the history and sociology of the ancient world, answering many questions like: How did Christians approach evidence? Was there a widespread prejudice against the testimony of women? Was resurrection such a radical idea? Who would worship a crucified criminal? And much more. Written with occasional humor and an easy style, and thoroughly referenced, with many entertaining "gotcha!" moments, Not the Impossible Faith is a must-read for anyone interested in the origins of Christianity.

National Velvet meets The Usual SuspectsThe stakes could not be higher.It’s the Melbourne Cup.But murder?When champion jockey Alan Da Silva is killed (the victim of a brutal hit and run in the Crown Casino car park), suspicion falls on ruthless casino boss Albert Maressmo.But Da Silva had been booked to ride Maressmo’s own horse - ruling cup favourite Lord Melbery.Would Maressmo have his own jockey killed on the eve of the race?Detective Frank Dennis is charged with solving the mystery. A former jockey himself, Dennis already drinks and gambles more than he should. How will he cope immersed in a sordid casino environment, to say nothing of dealing with the various distractions of the turf?Meanwhile, battling country trainer Jack Morgan dreams of winning the race himself with his gallant mare Star Chaser.Can Jack claim racing’s most glittering prize, with the help of his tomboy daughter Sally and stable apprentice Jerry Chapman?You will love the many twists and turns of this gripping murder mystery, as the Melbourne Cup itself is run and our story reaches a thrilling and unexpected climax.Get your copy now.

National Velvet meets The Usual SuspectsThe stakes could not be higher.It’s the Melbourne Cup.But murder?When champion jockey Alan Da Silva is the victim of a brutal hit and run in the Crown Casino car park, suspicion falls on ruthless casino boss Albert Maressmo.But Da Silva had been booked to ride Maressmo’s own horse - ruling cup favourite Lord Melbery.Would Maressmo have his own jockey killed on the eve of the race?Detective Frank Dennis is charged with solving the mystery. A former jockey himself, Dennis already drinks and gambles more than he should. How will he cope immersed in a sordid casino environment, to say nothing of dealing with the various distractions of the turf?You will love the many twists and turns of this gripping murder mystery, as the Melbourne Cup itself is run and our story reaches a thrilling and unexpected climax.Get your copy now.

Merlin is a good looking woman and madly in love with Arthur, but that’s only the start of the story.Tertia, Unita and Marlene know what they want to be... detectives with a difference. Bored with the lack of opportunity in 5th century Camelot they start up the Temporal Detective Agency and use the great Merlin’s Time Portal to relocate from Camelot to the 21st century mostly because the cases are more interesting, but also because the toilet facilities are so much better. Things start slowly until one Sunday morning Tertia finds herself replacing Nelson’s statue in Trafalgar Square, involved in the thefts of the Koh-i-noor diamond and the Mona Lisa. The Agency follows the trail to South Wales in 1734 where they come up against a gang of vicious smugglers and deadly ship wreckers led by their deadliest and most unexpected enemy.Help comes from an unexpected source, but the Temporal Detective Agency’s first case could prove to be their last!

New Hidden Highlight maps point the way to lesser-known gems along the state€™s historic old highways. This is the ultimate guide to Arizona's spectacular beauty with detailed information on day hikes in 67 parks and wilderness areas. Includes reviews of a wide range of unique accommodations including golf resorts in Phoenix, dude ranches outside Tucson and B&B Inns in Sedona.

Dr. Richard Carrier is an expert in the history of the ancient world and a critic of Christian attempts to distort history in defense of their faith. Not the Impossible Faith is a tour de force in that genre, dissecting and refuting the oft-repeated claim that Christianity could not have succeeded in the ancient world unless it was true. Though framed as a detailed rebuttal to Christian apologist J.P. Holding (author of The Impossible Faith), Carrier takes a general approach that educates the reader on the history and sociology of the ancient world, answering many questions like: How did Christians approach evidence? Was there a widespread prejudice against the testimony of women? Was resurrection such a radical idea? Who would worship a crucified criminal? And much more. Written with occasional humor and an easy style, and thoroughly referenced, with many entertaining "gotcha!" moments, Not the Impossible Faith is a must-read for anyone interested in the origins of Christianity.

When Arthur’s sword Excalibur is stolen the Temporal Detective Agency is called in to protect not only Arthur and Merlin, but to stop a very clever and cruel person from destroying Camelot itself. To make things worse, this time the TDA has no idea who they’re fighting. Marlene’s plan takes Tertia and Unita to Rome, Egypt and even to a meeting with Shakespeare, before confronting their enemy in the Coliseum. But first, if the Agency is to succeed, Arthur must die.... and Merlin and her King have to agree. If they don’t, Camelot will be doomed and History itself could be changed.That’s the trouble with swords!

Who taught you everything you know about money? Most folks learn the traditional way. . .trial and error. . .which is the hard way!Who Taught You About Money?introduces basic money concepts in an interesting, unique, informative, and fun way. It will hold your attention and cause you to come back to it time and again. . .and hopefully you will want to share this book with others. Learning how money works will increase your opportunity for success and long-term security. "Banker Sawbuck" is an expert in these matters. Use him to help teach your kids about one of the most important elements in human society--money.

Prevailing wisdom insists that children today are much less fit than previous generations and therefore as much as four times more prone to the diseases associated with being overweight. The good news is that we can reverse this trend through increased activity, improved nutrition, and controlling intake of food. This book is an effort to raise awareness among young people so they can choose the path the becoming healthier adults. With catchy rhymes and insightful wisdom, it will inspire and motivate children to live a more active and healthy life while having fun doing it.

Just Updated, August 2013, this award-winning book, Keep Your Daughter Safe, is not another book on women's self defense; it's a book on awareness. Tanya Brown, sister of Nicole Brown-Simpson called it a "must read for every young woman in America."Much of the information contained in Keep Your Daughter Safe can be found nowhere else. It was written to enable young women to recognize situations that could potentially turn into sexual assaults and informs them as to how to avoid or get out of those situations.