The Robe [B2090]

1942? HCDJ faux-leather bound International Collectors reprint edition, quite likely issued later than the 1942 date printed in the book - still in Gift-Worthy condition - complete with its original ribbon. The New York Times Bestseller, Lloyd C. Douglas's The Robe is the classic novel about the Roman soldier Marcellus, who wins Jesus Christ's robe as a gambling prize after the crucifixion - and the basis for the Academy Award-nominated film starring Richard Burton. After acquiring Christ's Robe, Marcellus sets forth on a quest to find the truth about the Nazarene's garment - a quest that reaches to the very roots and heart of early Christianity and is set against the vividly limned background of ancient Rome. Here is a timeless story of adventure, faith, and romance, a tale of spiritual longing and ultimate redemption.

From recent Amazon/GoodReads reviews: "Cleverly and beautifully written. Gave me a new perspective on who Christ could have been in a way that was no less miraculously and touching."; "Not an easy read but soooo worth it!"; "I was given this book to read, as it was my father's favorite novel growing up - and I understand why. In this well-written novel, Douglas paints the New Testament world in vivid color. He fairly portrayed relationships between Roman Gentiles, Jews in the Second Temple, and the early Jesus movement. Some of the history is a little skewed, for entertainment's sake, but it is still convincing. Our main character is incredibly likeable and easy to follow, and his helpful and faithful servant even more so. The arc of growth of the main character is easy to appreciate and shows up in the best ways possible. Overall, this was a wonderful read."