Progymnasmata

This is a book of ancient texts teaching the basics of ancient rhetoric. They are very helpful for helping us understand how the New Testament authors communicated.

Everything With God

An interesting collection of essays dealing with Christian origins. A common theme of similarities of Cynic thought with both Jesus and Paul.

Myth and the Christian Nation

This is an attempt to place modern Christianity in its religious context, looking at how the basic beliefs help explain why some have labelled America a Christian Nation. From a very liberal perspective.

Imagining Religion

This is an interesting study of comparative religion, looking specifically at social theory.

Beginner's French

This is a good beginner's book to teach the basics of French. Designed with the tourist in mind, it is still helpful for those with little or no background in French.

Luke

This book looks at Luke as a storyteller, interpreter and evangelist. A very good examination of Luke-Acts in its Greco-Roman, Jewish and Christian context.