Rapture, Revelation, and the End Times: Exploring the Left Behind Series

Based upon a particular interpretation of Biblical prophecy, the Left Behind series of books provides a fictional narrative of the "End Times" in which a small group of belated converts to Christianity battle the Antichrist during seven years of tribulation. This volume contains six contributions by scholars exploring the historical, biblical, social, and political issues raised by the religious perspective promoted in these widely popular stories. A study guide at the back of the volume features discussion questions, a glossary of terms, and an annotated bibliography. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR