"The Sources of the Synoptic Gospels" is a study authored by Carl Patton, a well-known American biblical scholar. In this book, he examines the problem of the connection between the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke, which together are considered synoptic. Patton elaborately analyzes the idioms, textual differences, and parallels between these Gospels, offering new and unconventional perspectives on their origins and development. This book is an essential reference for anyone interested in biblical criticism and the study of the Gospels as historical evidence.