Lightspeed To Babylon
By J.Y. Jones
BookLocker, 2005
Have you ever wondered what would happen to the world if radical animal rights groups were given everything they wanted? Can't happen, you say? There is increasing evidence that it can indeed happen, and that, in fact, Biblical prophecy indicates that it very well may happen! Lightspeed to Babylon is an end-times novel and a science fiction tale, but it is distinctly different from any other. Conflict between man's science and the God of the Bible is the overarching theme, and this permeates the plot. The principle character is Buck Morgan, a boy who grows up on a futuristic Kansas farm in the middle of the twenty-first century, when science, progress, and productivity are at a zenith. Despite early childhood trauma caused by the death of his mother in a wild animal attack, Buck Morgan excels academically, attends West Point, becomes a renowned astronaut and test pilot, and ultimately becomes the first man to approach closely to light speed (some 75 years in the future). Despite his personal fame and astounding scientific advancement by mankind, his world is one where morality, integrity, and aspirations of high achievement are slowly eroding away. While he is away in space on mankind's first mission to another star, 90 years of earth time passes while Buck Morgan experiences a time lapse of only nine years, a phenomenon that results from a well-known quirk in relativity physics. He leaves behind a world of exemplary stewardship of natural resources, and a world where science is the reigning god. It is projected during the first half of the book (before the long space journey begins) that both the animal rights movement and evangelical Christianity have been mostly discredited in public life. What Buck Morgan encounters on his return from space is a complete and unexpected victory by a resurrected animal rights movement. There is intense conflict between the hero and a ruling new world order, a love story from out of the past, a world unexpectedly at war, a daring rescue. There are numerous other action chapters. Woven into the fabric of the book are several important elements. Christians and Jews are still present and prominent, but their influence has ebbed severely since the twentieth century. The animal rights movement is likewise but a remnant in the first half of the book, but it revives with a vengeance in the last part. Another feature is how a takeover of the world by the animal rights movement in latter times meshes well with prophecies from the Book of Revelation, particularly as regards the predicted antichrist. There are also some scenarios portrayed by which advanced scientific progress, particularly in space, provides fulfillment of certain end-times prophecies. During Buck Morgan's absence from Earth, regular flashes to the traveling spaceman occur, and his progressive, optimistic thinking provides a distinct contrast to what is actually occurring back on his home planet. Because of the confusing nature of the time dilation phenomenon mentioned above, each chapter opens by stating the date it begins.
Book Excerpt (Fragment)
" It did not appear to be wild and savage outside. It looked wonderfully tranquil, the view down a winding country road towards low hills that were colored tan by an early killing frost. The western sky was pink with afterglow from the setting sun, an image stained only by dark wisps of cloud that banded the heavens. Venus, a gleaming gemstone in the twilight, dominated the horizon in its nearest approach to sister Earth. The scene beckoned irresistibly.
It was time for Alice Morgan to take her usual stroll, a ritual she had begun several years before as a means of staying fit. Rugged Kansas flint hills formed a dark palisade to the west, the escarpment dramatically backlit by the brilliant sunset. She momentarily gazed at the stark outlines of leafless trees against the panorama. S She left her kitchen door slightly ajar and descended several low steps to an irregular gravel driveway. View full excerpt"
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BookLocker, 2003
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Ask the Whitetail Guides
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"Very rarely does a book come out that tackles such an important topic confronting our culture, an issue that is subtle and confounding to many. Dr. Jones does an insightful job of communicating the deception of the animal activist movement that is threatening the very essence of the Judeo-Christian worldview. This is the first book I have read that endeavors to present a true Biblical response to the animal rights agenda. I definitely recommend this book to anyone who wants to better understand this insidious movement and the Biblical viewpoint a Christian should have toward it."
― Dr. William Franklin Graham IV, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, Charlotte, North Carolina
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‘This book is so gripping that I found it difficult to put down. I have known Dr. Jones for many years as a physician, hunter, author, and close friend. He and his wife Linda were frequent guests in our home in Washington, D.C., when I was in the U.S. House of Representatives, attending the National Prayer Breakfast and State of the Union Address, among other activities. His beliefs are deep-seated and convincing. Anyone should find this read to be thought-provoking and intensely interesting.’
― The Honorable J. Roy Rowland (D-Ga.), Six-term Congressman, Dublin, Georgia
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"This is already third book from Mr. Jones what I put to my library - I like this concept when on same questions you have answers from more professionals outfitters. I never saw so complex advise for grizzly bear hunting preparation. Thank you Mr. Jones for another great book. All hunters have to have it in library if they hunting for grizzly or not."
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Blind Ambition by J.Y. Jones
"If you like classic good versus evil themes like those revealed in the movie" Devils Advocate" with Al Pacino or Dan Browns' book " Angels and Demons" and the follow up movie with Tom Hanks, then you will really like Dr J.Y. Jones's excellent book, "Blind Ambition". Set in a coastal south Georgia town, the book theme sets two established ophthalmologists on a collision course of self realization and soul searching as angels and demons try to intervene and influence the turn of events.One doctor is a good man trying to help his clients and ends up being sued by a greedy doctor who is addicted to lots of money, ambition, fast women and drugs and does not care how he achieves his goals.Thickening the plot is a host of angels working for the good doctor and bevy of demons pushing the evil doctor to prevail at all costs. Does it help to pray? You bet it does as you listen in on the inter musings of the angels and demons. Then you realize that we all face similar conflicts as we make daily decisions that effect the events in our everyday lives, just like the characters in this great book. The book is a wonderful, entertaining read and would make a great movie! I highly recommend it! John Trussell"
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Ask the Whitetail Guides
"If you love whitetail hunting and want the perspective of some of the best whitetail guides and outfitters in North Amercia this is a must read. I have hunted with some of the guides featured in the book and the information provided is really on point from my perspective."
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"I have really enjoyed this book. The hunting stories are real with no fluff or "made up" success and fabricated for entertainment value. Mr. Jones is not arrogant and brings reality to all of his hunts and this is a great reference for study of each of the animals he pursues. If you enjoy reading great hunting adventures or simply learning more about one of the species of big game on this continent, you will enjoy! This is a huge book and very well worth the money."
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