Further proof we live in a medieval empire

'Since an initial printing of 35,000 copies, nearly 8 million of the original "Left Behind" have sold, as well as 62 million copies of related titles. The last six books in the series made their debut at No. 1 on USA Today's Best-Selling Books list, a David and Goliath-like feat for a series that didn't make a significant dent in mainstream stores until 1998.' More news to weep over here.