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Ben-Hur

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Ben-Hur

By: Carol Wallace
Narrated by: Firdous Bamji
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As one of the best-selling stories of all time, Lew Wallace's Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ has captivated and enthralled millions around the world, both in print and on the big screen. Now Lew's great-great-granddaughter has taken the old-fashioned prose of this classic novel and breathed new life into it for today's audience.

Now a major motion picture from MGM and Paramount studios, the story follows Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish nobleman whose childhood friend, Messala, betrays him. Accused of trying to murder the new Roman governor in Jerusalem, Judah is sentenced to the galley ships and vows to seek revenge against the Romans and Messala. But a chance encounter with a carpenter from Nazareth sets Judah on a different path.

Rediscover the intrigue, romance, and tragedy in this thrilling adventure.

Also included: the inspiring story behind the story of Lew Wallace, Indiana lawyer, author, and Civil War general.

©2016 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc. and Paramount Pictures Corporation (P)2016 Recorded Books Christian Fiction Classics Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Movie, TV & Video Game Tie-Ins
Timeless Classic • Gripping Storyline • Interesting Characters • Detailed Descriptions • Inspiring Message • Bit Romance
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I throughly enjoyed my time listening to this book. The content of the story line and the reader are both terrific.

Stunning!

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I really loved hearing it. I was not at all difficult to go through the chapters. I was eager to finish it. The most memorable scene is the recount of Juda's heritage that was kept and multiplied by the stewardship of Simonedes...

It is simply a marvelous work of art.

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WOULD HAVE BENEFITTED BY A FEMALE READER NARRATING THE PASSAGES WHICH FEATURED FEMININE CHARACTERS. I READ THIS BOOK IN ITS ENTIRETY WHEN I WAS A TEEN AND REMAIN INSPIRED BY THE DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS, INCLUDING DESCRIPTIONS OF THE HOLY LAND. THE DESCRIPTIONS OF ROMAN EXOTIC ART MIGHT HAVE BEEN CONSIDERED DARING IN THE TIME PERIOD OF THE ORIGINAL WRITING. I WAS DISAPPOINTED, THOUGH, THAT THE CHARACTER OF BEN HUR DID NOT SEEM TO LEARN THE LESSON WHICH PAUL TAUGHT—THAT SALVATION IS BY GRACE ALONE, THROUGH FAITH ALONE, IN JESUS CHRIST ALONE, ESPECIALLY SINCE SUCH PIVOTAL ACTION TAKES PLACE IN ANTIOCH, WHERE THE FOLLOWERS OF JESUS WERE FIRST CALLED CHRISTIANS. Zacchaeus FIRST WELCOMED JESUS INTO HIS HOME, LIFE, AND HEART—THEN JESUS GAVE Zacchaeus THE SPIRITUAL STRENGTH TO ACCOMPLISH RIGHT ACTIONS FOR HIS FAMILY, FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS. BEN HUR WOULD HAVE BENEFITTED FROM THAT REALIZATION.

A MASTERFUL UNDERSTANDING OF A SIMPLER TIME IN AMERICAN HISTORY

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Carol Wallace today excellent job of rewriting her great grandfather‘s novel in a more modern language and style. I found it very easy to follow and was much more enjoyable. I do wish she had spent a little more time detailing the description of the Middle East. Otherwise, a great and entertaining book.

Excellent book, entertaining and inspiring. Particularly around Easter time.

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Much more readable and a lot easier to understand and follow than the original version.
It's a must-read classic tale for all ages.

Maginificient remake

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I love how this book has an original story as well as the story of Jesus. There’s the galleys, the chariot race, but also the well-known story of Christ, told from the perspective of someone living in that time. Definitely five stars for every aspect- including performance!

I Absolutely Loved It!

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Made me run the gambit of emotions, from sadness to excitement and from joy to pure horror. A truly great listen!

Awesome

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Very much enjoyed the story. I grew up with the movie and was glad I got to listen to the updated version.
A few things in the story that didn’t seem to make sense plot-wise (particularly with Iris). Will have to read the original to see if this was the author’s inconsistency or the result of updating a story set in the past to fit a modern audience.
Overall, definitely enjoyed.

Nostalgia for me

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I enjoyed this book. Well done! The storyline is gripping and keeps the reader interested.

Excellent classic

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I have seen the original movie many times and wanted to read the book. I read it and this book which the newest movie version used. Obviously, this book, and Lew Wallace's longer version, has the same elements as the movie. However, it is must longer and slower. For the increase investment, you get a great of detail about personalities and events that we left out or combined. There is a great of detail about the region, the habits and circumstances of the times. The discussion of leprosy and the Roman administration were very helpful to frame the story. I recommend the original as well if you want to make the time.

Ben-Hur - The Newer Version

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