The Book of Mormon traces the extraordinary journey of a book that has shaped a global religion. Explore the history of this controversial text, from its origins in 19th-century America to its profound impact on culture and society worldwide.

"A fascinating history of an important document of American culture." —Steven Poole, The Guardian

The internationally bestselling author of Alive explores the rise, the catastrophic fall, and the far-reaching legacy of Knights of the Temple of Solomon.

The true story of America’s first superstar evangelist—Aimee Semple McPherson, who rose fast from an unfulfilled housewife in Rhode Island to “miracle woman”—that “fills a significant gap in the history of revivalism” (The New York Times Book Review).

War, disease, natural disasters, abuse, pain, and death– why do we suffer? And if God is loving, all-powerful, and in control, why doesn’t he make it all stop? Surprisingly, the Bible does not have a single answer to these questions.

In God’s Problem, Bart Ehrman discusses his personal anguish following his discovery that the Bible only provides incoherent and conflicting reasons for human suffering. According to the prophets, suffering is a punishment for sin. Apocalyptic texts promise that God will eventually make all things right. And the Book of Job provides two explanations for suffering: it is both a test, and something beyond comprehension.