Ben-Hur: Kertomus Kristuksen ajoilta by Lew Wallace
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| Author | Wallace, Lew, 1827-1905 |
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| Translator | Suppanen, Aatto, 1855-1898 |
| Title | Ben-Hur: Kertomus Kristuksen ajoilta |
| Note | Reading ease score: 42.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Juha Kiuru |
| Summary | "Ben-Hur: Kertomus Kristuksen ajoilta" by Lew Wallace is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the life of Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish prince who faces betrayal and embarks on a journey of vengeance and redemption during the time of Christ. The narrative intertwines his personal struggles with the socio-political context of the era, providing a rich tapestry of events and characters that shape his destiny. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the desert landscape near Jebel es Zubleh, where a man, identified later as a key character, embarks on a solitary journey across the harsh terrain. This opening paints a vivid picture of the setting, detailing the environment and the man's appearance as he rides a camel, seemingly disconnected from his surroundings. The narrative swiftly transitions into a scene with the man waiting for companions while preparing an abode in the wild, suggesting a significant reunion ahead. He is described as having a serious demeanor, and as the story unfolds, we anticipate the arrival of figures from various backgrounds, each with their own purpose and connection to the larger narrative surrounding the life of Christ. This sets an intriguing stage for themes of faith, companionship, and the journey toward a greater understanding of divine purpose. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Jesus Christ -- Fiction |
| Subject | Christian fiction |
| Subject | Rome -- History -- Tiberius, 14-37 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Tiberius, Emperor of Rome 42 B.C.-37 A.D. -- Fiction |
| Subject | Bible. New Testament -- History of Biblical events -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 47393 |
| Release Date | Nov 18, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 33 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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