Ben Hur: Una storia di Cristo by Lew Wallace
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| Author | Wallace, Lew, 1827-1905 |
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| Translator | Cavalieri, Gastone |
| Translator | Mildmay, Herbert Alexander St. John, 1836-1922 |
| Title | Ben Hur: Una storia di Cristo |
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| Summary | "Ben Hur: Una storia di Cristo" by Lew Wallace is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set in the time of Christ, the story likely explores themes of faith, redemption, and the cultural tensions of the era, following characters interacting in a rich historical tapestry which includes elements of Roman influence and Jewish heritage. The opening portion introduces a traveler journeying through the harsh desert landscape, establishing the setting and the atmosphere of the narrative. This traveler, characterized by his distinctive clothing and demeanor, appears to be in search of something or someone significant, suggesting a deeper mission tied to faith and divine purpose. As the narrative unfolds, the introduction of other significant characters unfolds, hinting at their eventual convergence for a momentous encounter central to the overarching theme of the tale—seeking the promised coming of a divine figure, ultimately leading to the adoration of the Christ child. This setup establishes the framework for a rich exploration of faith, culture, and personal destiny against the backdrop of significant religious and historical events. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Italian |
| 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. | 58479 |
| Release Date | Dec 16, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 198 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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