Ben Hur by Lew Wallace. Chariots, Challenges, Jews & Jealousy.

by Wallace, Lew

Chariots and Challenges. Wealthy Jews in Jerusalem, and Jealousy.

Ben Hur. Lew Wallace. Introduced by Maryvonne Butcher.
Published by Collins. London and Glasgow. 1960. (First published 1880)
187 x 115 x 20mm (7.3/8 x 4.1/2 x 3/4 inches)
Dust Jacket torn at top and scuffed around edges. Blue cloth hardback and gilt title on spine,fair condition. Page extremities slightly spotted. Internally very good condition. Clipped title page.

Set in Jerusalem during the first half of the Christian era, this classic book describes the troubles that befall the heir of a rich Jewish family, Judah Ben-Hur, after being accused of attempting to assassinate the new governor of Jerusalem. A tale of one man challenging the might of the Roman Empire. Most people are familiar with the exciting chariot race against his former friend. This is a fine edition of a classic story. 

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