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The Greatest Story Ever Told

Fulton Oursler
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The Greatest Story Ever Told

Fiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 1989

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Fulton Oursler

The Greatest Story Ever Told

Fiction | Reference/Text Book | Adult | Published in 1989
Book Details
Pages

299

Format

Reference/Text Book • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

Christian
Setting

Roman Empire • 1st Century

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

1989

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Greatest Story Ever Told by Fulton Oursler is a novel that presents a narrative of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. It weaves together biblical texts and historical context to depict significant events and parables from his life, aiming to convey spiritual messages and the profound impact of his journey.

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Emotional

Hopeful

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.1

492 ratings

78%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Fulton Oursler's The Greatest Story Ever Told is praised for its engaging narrative and vivid storytelling of biblical events, bringing the life of Jesus Christ to readers in an accessible manner. However, some critics note a lack of historical depth and scholarly analysis. Overall, it's a compelling introduction to biblical tales for a general audience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Greatest Story Ever Told?

A reader who enjoys The Greatest Story Ever Told by Fulton Oursler likely appreciates biblical narratives, religious history, and inspirational storytelling. Fans of The Robe by Lloyd C. Douglas or Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ by Lew Wallace would find this book similarly engaging.

4.1

492 ratings

78%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

299

Format

Reference/Text Book • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

Christian
Setting

Roman Empire • 1st Century

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

1989

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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