| Author |
Wallace, Lew, 1827-1905 |
| Title |
Ben-Hur: A tale of the Christ
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer
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| Summary |
"Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ" by Lew Wallace is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in ancient Judea and revolves around themes of faith, redemption, and the life of Jesus Christ, with a particular focus on the character Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish prince who faces betrayal and suffering. As he journeys through despair and hope, the narrative intertwines his fate with the larger story of Christ, exploring the transformative power of love, sacrifice, and spiritual awakening. The opening of the book introduces readers to the harsh beauty of the Judean desert, where a solitary traveler on a dromedary makes his way toward a greater purpose. Through descriptive prose, we learn about the mysterious identity of the traveler, who is later revealed to be an Egyptian with deep faith, as he prepares to meet other sages. The narrative unfolds with the coming together of diverse characters from different cultural backgrounds, each driven by a spiritual calling to find the Messiah. Their poignant discussions and shared experiences hint at the profound significance of the Christ figure they are destined to encounter in Jerusalem, setting the stage for a powerful exploration of timeless themes intertwined with the historical events surrounding Jesus' birth and mission. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Historical fiction
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| Subject |
Jesus Christ -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Christian fiction
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| Subject |
Rome -- History -- Tiberius, 14-37 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Tiberius, Emperor of Rome 42 B.C.-37 A.D. -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Bible. New Testament -- History of Biblical events -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2145 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Aug 29, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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