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This book, Mythology's Last Gods by William Harwood, presents a critical examination of the Judaeo-Christian Bible, arguing that it is a work of fiction built upon older mythologies. Harwood asserts that Christianity and Judaism borrowed extensively from pre-existing religious concepts, including savior-gods who rose from the dead, three-person deities, and law codes, and that these origins are largely unknown to the general population. The text explores the evolution of religious beliefs, from primeval goddess worship and earth-gods to the development of male-dominated sky-god religions, often influenced by socio-economic factors like the concept of private property and the need for legal systems. Furthermore, the book scrutinizes various biblical narratives, identifying inconsistencies, anachronisms, and historical inaccuracies, while also analyzing the historical and theological development of Christian figures like Jesus, suggesting that much of his narrative was constructed posthumously and influenced by contemporary religious and political movements.