Zetes of Mycenae, an arms trader, meets the Israelite army in the wilderness of Paran near the town of Kadesh-barnea. There, injured during the army's internal struggle for power, Zetes is appointed... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Scholarship and Bible stories don't necessarily produce exciting, page-turning readability, but in the hands of a consumately skilled novelist like Leslie Whitten the narrative flow of this utterly fascinating fictional history is relentlessly swift and unstoppable. A remarkable literary achievement.
Soul Stirring Fiction
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
An at once engaging, credible, and intriguing portrayal sets the mind racing back to scripture with a fresh perspective. Whitten tugs the heart toward physical, emotional, and spiritual struggles that shaped Moses as man, leader, and prophet. Biblical accounts, which stir mind and soul, find uncommon vitality in this lost book of the bible. The payoff is a renewed appreciation of timeless lessons and an absorbing read - marvelously done.
A must for those who enjoy biblical fiction
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
Undoubtedly the best piece of biblical fiction I have read since "The Robe." The author has obviously done his homework on the times and the places that relate to Moses. Reading this, one can believe that this is maybe the way it was, the feel is so authentic. You can almost sense the sand from the desert, the smell of the camel, and the taste of honey wine. A welcome read.
an exciting retelling of a wonderful old story, plus
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
has taken the details of an old story and worked them into an exciting adventure. the articulation of the details is wonderfully recreated, based on extensive research, i'm sure. and new material is created (as every writer does these days) to make the retelling timely and colorful. a nyone who likes biblical narrative retold will enjoy this one
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