Lew Wallace and the Story of Ben-Hur

ISBN-13: 9781941555149 / Angielski / Miękka / 2016 / 126 str.

Joe Wheeler

Opis

Bestselling author Joe Wheeler offers an updated, in-depth look at one of the most beloved books of all time Within a few years of the publication of Ben-Hur in 1880, it became Harper's number one bestselling title. In the years since, it has been produced on the stage, adapted for the screen, radio, and television, and translated into more than twenty languages-and gone on to become one of the bestselling books of all time. Lew Wallace's epic story about one man's encounter with Christ has captivated generations, and now Joe Wheeler reveals to readers just why Ben-Hur has such power to fascinate and enthrall. Offering a brief biographical sketch of Wallace, an in-depth introduction to the text, vintage illustrations from the 1908 edition, and thought-provoking discussion questions to help readers get the most out of the story, this companion book will add richness to the experience of reading an American classic.