Interview on Sphinx Radio

William Kennedy's interview with me is now up on Sphinx Radio.
I't runs for about 20 minutes an William takes me on a lightning-fast tour of my published books and Bardic Press.

Review of The Gnostics: History, Tradition, Scriptures, Influence.

This is the first review that I've come across. It's a good one, it's in the Library Journal and it's even written from someone at Dallas Baptist University Library!


Smith, Andrew Phillip. The Gnostics: History, Tradition, Scriptures, Influence. Watkins Pub., dist. by Sterling. 2008. 248p. bibliog. index. ISBN 978-1-905857-78-4. pap. $14.95. REL

Gnosticism is a subject of broad interest not only because of its impact on Christianity in the early centuries but also because of the recurrence of its themes in later centuries and even to the present time. In particular, Gnosticism's emphasis on mind/body dualism and its focus on spiritual knowledge have been highly influential. Smith has written well-regarded books on Gnosticism and early Christianity (e.g., Gnostic Writings on the Soul), and his new book fits within the same framework. What sets him apart from other authors who write on this subject is his appreciation for Gnosticism: while other writers tend to view the movement as problematic in itself and in its impact on Christianity, Smith sees value in its unorthodox ideas. His appreciation allows him to write about Gnosticism without any negative bias and helps make the work that much more interesting to read. Comprising 11 chapters, it addresses such topics as Gnostic mythology, psychology, scriptural interpretation, behavior, and origin, followed by later chapters dealing with historical movements associated with Gnosticism, such as the Manichaeans, Cathars, and Mandaeans. Recommended for all libraries.—John Jaeger, Dallas Baptist Univ. Lib., TX

http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA6607290.html?industryid=47112