Results for 'lewis wallace'

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  1. Ben Hur. Eine Geschichte aus der Zeit Christi
    1. Lewis , Wallace

    Ben Hur. Eine Geschichte aus der Zeit Christi

    Lewis Wallaces "Ben Hur. Eine Geschichte aus der Zeit Christi" verbindet historischen Roman, religiöse Erzählung und Abenteuerprosa zu einem weit ausgreifenden Panorama des römisch beherrschten Judäa. Im Zentrum steht Juda Ben-Hur, ein jüdischer Fürstensohn, dessen Sturz, Versklavung, Rachewunsch und geistige Wandlung vor dem Hintergrund der Lebenszeit Jesu Christi entfaltet werden. Wallaces Stil ist episch, bildkräftig und moralisch akzentuiert; sorgfältig inszenierte Massenszenen, insbesondere das berühmte Wagenrennen, stehen neben meditativen Passagen über Schuld, Vorsehung und Erlösung. Lewis Wallace, häufig als Lew Wallace bekannt, war amerikanischer Jurist, Politiker, Diplomat und General im Bürgerkrieg. Seine militärische Erfahrung, sein Interesse an Geschichte und seine Auseinandersetzung mit Fragen des Glaubens prägten die Anlage des Romans. "Ben Hur" entstand aus dem Bedürfnis, die antike Welt erzählerisch glaubhaft zu rekonstruieren und zugleich christliche Sinnfragen in eine dramatische Lebensgeschichte einzuschreiben. Dieses Buch empfiehlt sich Lesern, die historische Genauigkeit, erzählerische Spannung und religiös-philosophische Tiefenschärfe gleichermaßen schätzen. Es ist ein Schlüsselwerk des christlich geprägten historischen Romans und bleibt durch seine Verbindung von persönlichem Schicksal und weltgeschichtlichem Horizont eindrucksvoll lesbar.

    € 12,80
  2. Lew. Wallace's Ben-Hur. A Play. Arranged for the Stage by W. Young
    1. Lewis Wallace
    2. William Young

    Lew. Wallace's Ben-Hur. A Play. Arranged for the Stage by W. Young

    € 17,95
  3. Ben-hur; Novela De La Época De Jesucristo
    1. Lewis , Wallace

    Ben-hur; Novela De La Época De Jesucristo

    € 25,00
  4. Ben-Hur
    1. Lewis Wallace

    Ben-Hur

    Un relato de fe y redención en tiempos antiguos
    € 35,95
  5. The Wooing of Malkatoon. Commodus
    1. Lewis , Wallace

    The Wooing of Malkatoon. Commodus

    This book is a captivating romance novel that tells the story of the love affair between Malkatoon Commodus, a beautiful and independent young woman, and her suitor, a charming and mysterious man named Julian. The novel is set in the exotic and sensual world of ancient Rome and is a must-read for anyone interested in historical romance and drama. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

    € 20,00
  6. Ben - Hur
    1. Lewis , Wallace

    Ben - Hur

    Yahudi bir aristokrat olan Ben-Hur, cocukluk arkadasi Romali Messala tarafindan ihanete ugrayip kendinibir anda bir kadirgaya zincirli halde bulunca, alacagi intikamdan baska bir seyi düsünemez hale gelir.Amerikan Ic Savasinda Kuzey Ordulari generali olan Lewis Wallace, bu romaninda sadece dostluga,ihanete, intikama degil; ayni zamanda kölelik ve din gibi temalara da yer verirken hikayenin gectigi dönemiakici bir üslupla anlatir.

    € 18,99
  7. Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ, Complete and Unabridged
    1. Lewis Wallace

    Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ, Complete and Unabridged

    € 18,50
  8. Ben-Hur; Or, the Days of the Messiah
    1. Lewis Wallace

    Ben-Hur; Or, the Days of the Messiah

    € 31,95
  9. Sanders of the river
    1. Lewis , Wallace

    Sanders of the river

    "Sanders of the River" by Edgar Wallace is a narrative set in colonial West Central Africa, focusing on the complexities of governance and cultural interactions. The story follows Mr. Commissioner Sanders, a British official tasked with maintaining order among various indigenous tribes, including the Isisi, Akasava, and Ochori. Sanders is portrayed as a pragmatic and sometimes ruthless administrator who understands the delicate balance required to govern effectively. The narrative delves into the challenges Sanders faces, such as dealing with local superstitions, tribal conflicts, and the introduction of new religious beliefs. A significant plot point involves the mysterious "god-stone" of the Ochori, a powerful fetish that incites unrest among the tribes. Sanders' efforts to manage these tensions highlight the broader themes of colonial power dynamics and the clash between traditional beliefs and imposed governance. The story also introduces characters like King Peter, a young ruler under Sanders' guidance, and Bosambo of Monrovia, whose presence signifies the influence of external African entities. Through these interactions, Wallace explores themes of authority, cultural identity, and the impact of colonialism on indigenous societies.

    € 21,00
  10. L'Île d'Ève
    1. Lewis Wallace

    L'Île d'Ève

    Les secrets enfouis d'une île mystérieuse
    € 31,95
  11. La Porte du traître
    1. Lewis Wallace

    La Porte du traître

    Quand l'honneur se heurte à la trahison
    € 37,50
  12. Dan le sosie
    1. Lewis Wallace

    Dan le sosie

    L'énigme d'une identité partagée
    € 37,50