Books
On this page you will find old books and new books. The old books are all free--most are files to download, some to read online. The new books include some free options but can also be purchased online.
Old Books (for free)
A Most Comfortable Exposition of the last and most difficult part of the prophecy of Daniel from the 26th verse of the 11th chap, to the end of the 12th chap, by Thomas Brightman, (1636)
(Brightman's commentary on Daniel chapters 11-12)
The Prophetic Outlook Today: Where We Are Now in Prophecy? Essays on Seven Second Advent Subjects by Rev. E.P. Cachemaille, M.A., (1918)
The Revelation of St. John, by Henry Dunn (1850)
Body of Doctrinal Divinity, (selected chapters) by John Gill
The Approaching End of the Age, by H. Grattan Guinness
City of Seven Hills, by Dr. H. Grattan Guinness
Creation Centred in Christ, by Dr. H. Grattan Guinness
The Divine Program of the World's History, by Dr. and Mrs. H. Grattan Guinness
History Unveiling Prophecy (or Time as an Interpreter), by H. Grattan Guinness
Light For The Last Days, by Dr. and Mrs. H. Grattan Guinness
Romanism and the Reformation, by H.Grattan Guinness, D.D.
Tomorrow: What do the Prophets Say?, by A.J.L. Haynes
Keys to the Apocalypse, by Joseph Mede (Original Edition, 1627; English, 1643; 1833) [PDF download thanks to CCEL.org]
Observations Upon the Prophecies of Daniel and the Apocalypse of St. John, by Sir Isaac Newton (1733)
Further Light on the Time and Manner of the Second Advent, by Harold Norris (1925)
The Papacy Is the Antichrist: A Demonstration, by Rev. J.A. Wylie, LL.D. (1888)
The Chamber of Imagery in the Church of Rome Laid Open: Or An Antidote against Popery, by John Owen, D.D. (1652)
New Books
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Dr. Oral E. Collins
When Dr. Collins told me he was writing this commentary I was very excited. He was an excellent scholar, a committed historicist, and premillennial. His love for God's Word and his knowledge of the Jewish and Greco-Roman backgrounds of the New Testament (his PhD was in Judaic studies) make this a commentary worth having and using often.
Our Past and Future Hope
Jason Giles
Giles has written a very helpful introduction to historicism, with clear and readable explanations of the Bible's major prophecies.
Click the button for an introduction to this book by the author.
This is NOT a new book--it is an old book. But this revised 2020 edition earns it a spot here.
The 11-point summary of Ryle's "prophetical creed," (see his introduction) especially points 6-10, represent a classic historicist, premillennial, and Protestant understanding of Bible prophecy.
Conquest of the Bloody Emperor
Erik Haglund
Haglund's lay-level tour of Revelation is unlike any other commentary you've probably ever read. It's helpful, easy to read, and written with contemporary flare and humour.
I don't endorse all of Haglund's views but this book is a welcome addition to works on Revelation written for a lay audience. Click the button for an introduction to this book by the author.
Light for the Last Days
Dr. and Mrs. H. Grattan Guinness
The Approaching End of the Age
Henry Grattan Guinness
History Unveiling Prophecy
Henry Grattan Guinness
The City of the Seven Hills
Henry Grattan Guinness
Key to the Apocalypse
Henry Grattan Guinness
The Divine Programme of the World's History
Henry Grattan Guinness
Creation Centred in Christ, Vol. 1
Henry Grattan Guinness
Creation Centred in Christ, Vol. 2
Henry Grattan Guinness
For more information on the history of the Roman Popes and the claims of the Roman Catholic Church about the papacy, see this excellent little book by Leonardo de Chirico.
"Who are the Popes and how does the Roman Catholic Church define their role? What about the present day Popes? What is the ecumenical significance of the Papacy and what are its prospects in the global world? These and other questions are tackled as Leonardo De Chirico explores the Biblical, historical, and theological fabric of the Papacy." [from the publisher]
"In terms of an introduction to the Catholic Church's doctrine and exercise of the papacy, this book is unmatched! Read this book and you will gain essential insights into what for many Christians is a mystery, now unpacked by a trusted evangelical theologian and pastor."
--Gregg R. Allison (Professor of Christian Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, Kentucky)
"...Professor De Chirico investigate the phenomenon of Roman Catholic hierarchy using biblical exegesis, fascinating historical data, and basic theological insights to inform our view...engaging, clearly written, polemical in the best sense, and resolutely Scriptural, this is easily the best shorter guide for those wanting to know how to evaluate the institution of the papacy and related matters."
--William Edgar (Professor of Apologetics, Westminster Theological Seminary, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)