Good and Evil: sacrifice, war, temptation, betrayal, hope, redemption

by Michael Pearl, Danny Bulanadi (Illustrator)

The Ultimate Superhero Graphic Novel!! In the beginning… Before the first man was created, before the earth, the sun, the stars, even before light and time were created, there was God. He alone existed without beginning, but he was not alone. He communed with himself in harmonious love. But god wanted to share his life. He wanted friends and neighbors. The Bible tells us God created numerous kinds of angelic beings to offer praise around his throne. But this is not their story. This is the story of God working with mankind. You will not find the story of David and Goliath or Daniel in the Lions’ den. It is impossible to cover the entire Bible in just 330 pages. But the stories are not arbitrarily chosen. This is a chronological presentation of the Bible message, providing just that Old Testament background that is pertinent to one’s understanding of who Jehovah God is and of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Sacrifice, war, temptation, betrayal, hope, and redemption all a part of Bible is honestly and vividly presented in the popular graphic novel format ( Watchmen, The Dark Knight ).
The critically acclaimed Good and Evil ( Independent Publishers 2009 Bronze Medal Winner in the Graphic Novel/Drama category and 2009 Forward Book Award Finalist) truly is ldquo;the ultimate superhero” graphic novel and is making a huge impact worldwide. Written by author Michael Pearl (By Divine Design, Holy Sex, Eight Kingdoms) and illustrated by former Marvel Comics artist Danny Bulanadi (Fantastic Four, Incredible Hulk, Micronauts)

Genres: Christian, Graphic Novels, Childrens, Christianity, Religion, Spirituality

330 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Michael and Debi Pearl were both raised in Memphis, Tennessee, in good homes, by parents who were faithful to point them to God. Mike, a graduate of Mid-South Bible College in Memphis (now Victory University), has been active in evangelism and the work of the ministry since he was a teenager. He worked with Union Mission in Memphis for 25 years, while he and Debi also ministered to the many military families in Memphis and pastored churches. They moved to rural Tennessee where they continued in the work by holding Bible studies in local homes, which eventually led to regular meetings of the local body of believers, and by starting the prison ministry. God eventually led them into the ministry of writing on child training and family relationships, which they now feel is their life’s work and calling. In addition to the child training ministry, the work of the prison ministry, missions, Bible studies, and family life is still ongoing. The Pearls have been married since 1971, and have 5 children and 18 grandchildren. The Pearl children have always been involved in their parents’ ministry, and in their adulthood continue to be involved in some way in ministering where they are.

Reviews

[Emily · Rating 3 out of 5]

The best I can say about this is that the art is pretty cool and stylish. It really is, and there's a lot of it, so it's worth checking out. You can read it free on the official site, although the site is slow (the pdf is terrible quality, but at least it's fast).

Aside from that, it's just another Bible story, and not even a particularly good one: It waves its bias freely. I'm no scholar and even I could easily see the parts that were changed, inserted, or left out entirely to satisfy a more Puritanical view of history. It's best enjoyed with your brain firmly in neutral if you have any familiarity with the Bible at all.

It's full of sex and violence, but so does the Bible itself; if that's a reason to keep it away from children, maybe think twice about what you're teaching them in the first place.

[Andrea · Rating 1 out of 5]

This bible is not for young children and I think it wouldn't interest a tween or teenager. The graphics are gory, and the biblical idealism isn't appropriate or biblically accurate in my opinion. One reference that baffled me was when the angel told Mary she was going to have a son the author referred to Jesus as the "Holy Fetus" (pg160). In addition, some specific details in the bible aren't always age appropriate or encouraging for children to hear, for instance various sexual references and Noah getting drunk (pg 19.) As a former children's pastor, present seminary student, and volunteer Chaplin for children and their families, I cannot recommend this bible.

[Ovando · Rating 4 out of 5]

Primera vez lo estoy leyendo,me encanta, pero no puedo ver el PDF , por favor compártelo.gracias el sr lo recompense.

[Joseph Atinsky · Rating 5 out of 5]

When you want to learn about the Bible for the first time, this is an excellent i production with captivating artwork.

[Matt Starr · Rating 1 out of 5]

Initially, I gave this 3 stars, but then I saw this author was the same who had written the abominable “To Train Up A Child” and, all of a sudden, all the flaws of this book made sense.

The style and art looks good.
Not groundbreaking spectacular, but certainly professional.

But this man commissioned a book about the Bible and skipped:
- Joshua
- David
- Solomon
- the Judges, including Gideon, Deborah, and Samson

I can forgive the first and last, but how do you read the Bible, outline your adaptation, and decide that Solomon and, most especially, David, are inconsequential?

And the author might think he’s dropping the mic by putting the words of his political adversaries in the mouths of his villains, but it just makes me angry.

Literally every other adaptation from the Bible to a comic is superior, including the coloring books you can buy for your children.

[Tara · Rating 3 out of 5]

My children just love this Bible in animation form! They will pour over it for hours and act out scenes from different books.

They completely understand that it is not a "Bible" and will never replace it, but it piques their interest so much, that they run to the Scriptures to read more details on their favorite stories.

The Pearls (No Greater Joy) are doing an awesome thing with this book! They have printed it in so many languages I have lost count and are distributing it all over the world. They also hand them out to men in prison...and many have been saved because of this wonderful tool!

[Kymberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the comics. The artist was awesome and really made the bible stories come alive.

[Meadow Frisbie · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was quite amazing, kept me engrosses for some time. The scenes can be quie detailed so young children be warned ! :)

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

My 11yo son loves this and has used it for a few years to read during his quiet times. I've been wanting to help buy and send them where they are needed.

[Peyton · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the BESt and # 1 book written in comic form of the Bible!!!! LOVE IT!!!!

[Empress Rebecca · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this book and have given away several copies.

[Jaci · Rating 5 out of 5]

Resalta los hechos esenciales de la Biblia, con bellas ilustraciones y rápido de leer.

[Mario Josue · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it