This exciting story makes a wonderful family read-aloud, as well as a “can’t put down” book for the individual reader, capturing the imaginations of young and old, men and women alike. Ben-Hur's family is wrongly accused and convicted of treason during the time of Christ. It explores the themes of betrayal and redemption. This poignant novel intertwines the life stories of a Jewish charioteer named Judah Ben-Hur and Jesus Christ. To Have and to Hold brings to life the exciting beginnings of America, weaving a story of adventure, intrigue and romance with providence and perseverance in colonial Jamestown. Book: Ben Hur by Lew Wallace, Grossett & Dunlap NY, 1922 Book: Ben Hur by Lew Wallace, Grossett & Dunlap NY, 1922 cover is in rough shape, missing the edge binding, but the pages are good read more Rarewares Expert Appraiser/Antiques. Ben-Hur is one of the best selling books of all times. Within this world, a simple, godly soldier braves all odds to defend his honor and his duty to uphold God’s sacred laws, all the while fighting to win the love of his new wife. This is in good condition and includes a piece of paper which was used in the book as a bookmark.Ī fledgling colony on the shores of the James River struggles desperately to survive and earn the good will of the King of England as Spanish dons, ruthless pirates, and lurking Indians plot to destroy Jamestown and its handful of colonists. This is the first novel to ever be blessed by a Pope and is one of the best selling stories of all time.

This vintage hardcover Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ by Lew Wallace, is annotated on the inside as a Christmas gift in 1904.

Ben hur book first edition