Fisher Of Men: A Novel Of Simon Peter
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- Synopsis
- "To the list of great biblical novels which have inspiringly recalled the time of Christ, and stirred generations of readers, must now be added this new work. In it, the gigantic fresco of that fateful epoch of the Roman Empire which gained special significance through Christ's life emerges. Spotlighted in that historic hour, stands the humble, sinewy figure of Simon Peter, Christ's chosen apostle. As his story unfolds, we join him in Bethsaida where he was born, and where he first heard words of Christ. At his side we accompany Christ on His journeys, listening to His sermons - sharing Peter's wonder in His preachings. We meet His mother, Mary, as well as Joseph, John the Baptist, the other disciples, and the Romans - Herod and Pontius Pilate. With Peter we endure Christ's betrayal and cruel trial. And after Christ's death we follow him to Rome, where Peter beins the life mission that Christ entrusted to him. Here we have much more than the story of Christ's simple fisher of souls. The depths as well as the noble traits of humanity of that day are revealed; a keen insight into the cultural history of the time, into the life of the imperial city is afforded. But above all, this great novel tells of the awakening of humanity. Its message lifts us above our narrow everyday experience and reveals the potentialities of human power and greatness."
- Copyright:
- 1954
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Book Size:
- 309 Pages
- Publisher:
- N/A
- Date of Addition:
- 03/13/03
- Copyrighted By:
- William Heinemann, LTD
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- Literature and Fiction
- Submitted By:
- Susan Frazier
- Proofread By:
- Lena
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.