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Ben Hur - A Tale of the Christ

Lewis Wallace

Publisher: Ktoczyta.pl

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Summary

A Tale of the Christ – one of the popular novels written by Lewis Wallace. It is considered „the most influential Christian book of the nineteenth century”. The novel reflects the themes of betrayal, condemnation and redemption with a plot of revenge that leads to a story of love and compassion. It was the bestselling novel of all time.
Available since: 10/29/2018.
Print length: 658 pages.

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