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Lloyd Cassel Douglas

    27 agosto 1877 – 13 febbraio 1951

    Lloyd C. Douglas fu un notevole autore americano le cui opere erano caratterizzate da un tono morale, didattico e decisamente religioso. Sebbene non scrisse il suo primo romanzo fino all'età di 50 anni, divenne uno degli autori americani più popolari del suo tempo. La sua scrittura seguiva la tradizione delle grandi opere religiose delle generazioni precedenti. La finzione di Douglas esplorava spesso profonde questioni morali e sviluppo spirituale.

    Lloyd Cassel Douglas
    El paso disputado
    Das Gewand Des Erlosers
    Magnificent Obsession
    The Robe
    The Big Fisherman
    La tunica
    • Lloyd C. Douglas, an American author, is best known for his bestseller "The Robe." "The Big Fisherman" tells the story of Saint Peter, exploring themes of divine selection and personal transformation. It follows the journey of an ordinary man, flawed and weak, chosen by Christ for a greater purpose. This narrative is rich with dramatic highs and lows, depicting Peter's maturation into his calling. Set against the backdrop of ancient Palestine, Arabia, and Rome, the novel features an epic scope, vibrant storytelling, and a dynamic style that contribute to its enduring appeal.

      The Big Fisherman
      4,3
    • The Robe

      • 528pagine
      • 19 ore di lettura

      A Roman soldier, Marcellus, wins Christ's robe as a gambling prize. He then sets forth on a quest to find the truth about the Nazarene's robe-a quest that reaches to the very roots and heart of 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.

      The Robe
      4,2
    • Magnificent Obsession

      • 286pagine
      • 11 ore di lettura

      Renowned for its transformative impact, this novel has captivated over three million readers, promising a profound change in perspective. Its enduring popularity suggests that the themes and messages resonate deeply, leaving a lasting impression on those who engage with its narrative. The book's ability to inspire and alter lives underscores its significance in contemporary literature.

      Magnificent Obsession
      3,9
    • Román z lekárskeho prostriedia. Mladý študent medicíny sa rozhoduje medzi pragmatickým a veľmi efektívnym prístupom jedného vyučujúceho a humanistickými názormi druhého. Vnútorný konflikt kulminuje pri neočakávanej udalosti v jeho blízkosti.

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