North Sun: Or, the Voyage of the Whaleship Esther

North Sun: Or, the Voyage of the Whaleship Esther

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North Sun: Or, the Voyage of the Whaleship EstherFINALIST FOR THE 2025 NATIONAL BOOK AWARD IN FICTION From one of our great artists of catastrophe (Laura van den Berg) comes North Sun, or the Voyage of the Whaleship Esther an allegory of extraction and a tale of adventure and endurance during the waning days of the American whaling industry. Setting out from New Bedford in 1878, the crew of the Esther is confident the sea will be theirs: in addition to cruising the Pacific for whale, they intend to

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Oswalt takes up the question of the uniqueness of the Christian Bible by focusing on the Old Testament (which is also the holy book of the Jews) and its similarities and differences to the myths of the periods in which it was put together. His comparison and contrast make for very interesting reading. He allows the two world views to stand alone, allowing the reader to understand his conclusions without forcing him/her to agree with the author. In reading this book, I also began to notice some very interesting parallels between the ancient worldview of "continuity" (versus the biblical view that Oswalt calls "transcendence") and some modern views being espoused in the Western world. Definitely worth a read whether or not you agree with him. It will help broaden your view both of your view and of the other side's view.

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Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2013

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Christy

Belleville, US

★★★★★ 5

Bible Among the Myths textbook. Very reliable shipper!

Format: Paperback

The item was priced right, arrived on time, exactly as described. I'm very happy with this purchase.

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Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2025

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Jeffrey Mullis

Battle Creek, US

★★★★★ 3

Good Core Content but I won't read it again

Format: Kindle

This book makes a strong stand for the position that the Bible does not fit within the genre of myth. That is the positive aspects of this work. However, this book at times seems somewhat philosophical, it can be hard to follow the author's logic, and it does not adequately cover one of the most fundamental questions the author poses. For example, the question of whether the theology of the Bible should receive special credence if the historical basis it rests on is found to be incorrect is asked, but the answer given is short and does not fully interact with the question which I found to be very disappointing.

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Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2014

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TJez

San Leandro, US

★★★★★ 5

A must have for collage

Format: Spiral-bound

This book is a must have for collage courses. Easy to reference and find examples on how to reference sources. A lot of valuable information. Bought one for each of my kids.

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Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2026

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Sara Jane

Lowell, US

★★★★★ 5

Easy to navigate!

Format: Spiral-bound

Very good for school! Very sturdy and the pages are just thick enough

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Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2026