the bible as a novel by walter wangerin jr

* The Book of the Dun Cow (HarperOne, 2003) - fiction.

I would prioritize his books in this order (those marked with an asterisk are available in Kindle): He lives in Valparaiso, Indiana, where he is Senior Research Professor at Valparaiso University.' The author of over forty books, Wangerin has won the National Book Award, New York Times Best Children's Book of the Year Award, and several Gold Medallions, including best-fiction awards for both The Book of God and Paul: A Novel. His writing voice is immediately recognizable, and his fans number in the millions. Starting with the renowned Book of the Dun Cow, Wangerin's writing career has encompassed most every genre: fiction, essay, short story, children's story, meditation, and biblical exposition. is widely recognized as one of the most gifted writers writing today on the issues of faith and spirituality. (I wrote the entry on Wangerin in the Encyclopedia of Christian Literature, so I'm kind of biased I've read almost everything he's ever written.)Ī's bio: 'Walter Wangerin Jr. shares the story of the Bible from beginning to end as you've never read it before, retold with exciting detail and passionate energy.I would love to see a Walter Wangerin collection, or even just the beginnings - his most significant books.

Includes biblical events viewed through the eyes of minor characters.

Filled with carefully researched cultural and historical background.Follows the biblical story in chronological order.Priests and kings, apostles and prophets, common folk and charismatic leaders-individual stories offer glimpses into an unfolding revelation that reaches across the centuries to touch us today. From Abraham wandering in the desert to Jesus teaching the multitudes on a Judean hillside, this award-winning bestseller follows the biblical story from start to finish. The Book of God reads like a novel, dramatizing the sweep of biblical events, bringing to life the men and women of this ancient book in vivid detail and dialogue. Experience the Bible as a singular, powerful story and prepare to be swept away by Scripture as never before! Wangerin's 'Bible storybook for adults' features brilliant settings, dramatized scenes, and added dialogue-all gleaned from extensive research.

The bible as a novel by walter wangerin jr