Historical Novels of Lew Wallace: Ben-Hur, The Prince of India & The Fair God (Illustrated)
Enriched edition.By Lew Wallace
Length76h 40m
About this audiobook
Lew Wallace's 'Historical Novels of Lew Wallace: Ben-Hur, The Prince of India & The Fair God (Illustrated)' is a collection of his most renowned works that transport readers to ancient worlds filled with intrigue, romance, and epic adventures. Wallace's literary style combines meticulously researched historical events with vivid storytelling, allowing readers to experience past civilizations in a captivating way. 'Ben-Hur' tells the story of a Jewish prince seeking revenge and redemption during the time of Christ, while 'The Prince of India' explores the Byzantine Empire and 'The Fair God' delves into the Aztec civilization. Lew Wallace, a Civil War general and diplomat, drew inspiration from his extensive travels and experiences to create these historical masterpieces. His passion for history and storytelling is evident in the meticulous attention to detail and rich character development present in each novel. Wallace's unique perspective as a military man and statesman adds depth and authenticity to his portrayals of ancient civilizations. I highly recommend 'Historical Novels of Lew Wallace' to readers who enjoy historical fiction with a blend of action, romance, and cultural exploration. These timeless classics continue to captivate audiences with their gripping narratives and enduring themes of courage, redemption, and the human experience.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
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GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length76 hrs 40 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 20, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Historical Novels of Lew Wallace: Ben-Hur, The Prince of India & The Fair God (Illustrated)
26Chapter VII
2Introduction
27Chapter I
3Author Biography
28Chapter II
4Historical Context
29Chapter III
5Synopsis (Selection)
30Chapter IV
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6BEN-HUR: A Tale of the Christ
31Chapter V
7Chapter II
32Chapter VI
8Chapter III
33Chapter I
9Chapter IV
34Chapter II
10Chapter V
35Chapter III
11Chapter VI
36Chapter IV
12Chapter VII
37Chapter V
13Chapter VIII
38Chapter VI
14Chapter IX
39Chapter VII
15Chapter X
40Chapter VIII
16Chapter XI
41Chapter IX
17Chapter XII
42Chapter X
18Chapter XIII
43Chapter XI
19Chapter XIV
44Chapter XII
20Chapter I
45Chapter XIII
21Chapter II
46Chapter XIV
22Chapter III
47Chapter XV
23Chapter IV
48Chapter XVI
24Chapter V
49Chapter XVII
25Chapter VI
50Chapter I
Ben-HurLew Wallace13h 59m4.2 (52.5K)$18 · $0.00
THE FAIR GOD (Illustrated Edition)Lew Wallace21h 46m3.9 (2K)$1.99 · $0.00
Ben-Hur: A Tale of the ChristLew Wallace23h 3m4.2 (52K)$10 · $0.00
Die größten historischen Romane: Amerikanische GeschichteLew Wallace, Mark Twain, Sinclair Lewis, Washington Irving, James Fenimore Cooper, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Balduin Möllhausen, Charles Sealsfield, Ann Stephens, Friedrich Gerstäcker334h 44m$1 · $0.00
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