He provides both internal and external evidence to support his claims that the Bible manuscripts were changed, but some of the reasoning he uses for textual changes based on cultural views appears to be sometimes a little out of the way. This could be a sign of prejudice; he interprets his findings to fit his theory. However, as someone new to the world of textual criticism and ancient manuscripts, I cannot honestly comment too deeply on the accuracy of his claims. The book is a good introduction to the field and is obviously written for people who have no prior knowledge of the topic. It serves as a good primer, and Ehrman's arguments clearly support his thesis. Uses a good mix of quotes from biblical texts and quotes from other textual critics, both modern and ancient. Ehrman provided an introduction to the book that explains his personal story and why he chose to study this specific topic. This provided a personal touch that kept the book from being too academic, which worked well for its intended audience