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Lewis Wallace

    10 de abril de 1827 – 15 de febrero de 1905

    Lewis Wallace, ampliamente reconocido por su monumental novela histórica, se basó en gran medida en sus diversas experiencias de vida para su escritura. Su carrera como abogado, general de la Unión durante la Guerra Civil, gobernador y diplomático le proporcionó una profunda comprensión de la naturaleza humana y el curso de los acontecimientos históricos. Aunque aspiraba a ser recordado principalmente como un héroe militar, sus perdurables logros literarios finalmente eclipsaron su servicio en el campo de batalla. La obra de Wallace se caracteriza por sus vívidas ambientaciones históricas y su profunda exploración de las complejidades morales.

    Lewis Wallace
    Ben-Hur (A Tale of the Christ): Historical Novel
    Life and Public Services of Hon. Benjamin Harrison, President of the U.S.: With a Concise Biographical Sketch of Hon. Whitelaw Reid, Ex-Minister to Fr
    Ben-Hur. A Tale of the Christ - The Original Classic Edition
    Tears for My Sisters
    The View from Somewhere
    Ben-Hur
    • "#MeToo. #BlackLivesMatter. #NeverAgain. #WontBeErased. Though both the right- and left-wing media claim "objectivity" in their reporting of these and other contentious issues, the American public has become increasingly cynical about truth, fact, and reality. In The View From Somewhere, Lewis Raven Wallace dives deep into the history of "objectivity" in journalism and how it's been used to gatekeep and silence marginalized writers as far back as Ida B. Wells. At its core, this is a book about fierce journalists who have pursued truth and transparency and sometimes been punished for it--not just by tyrannical governments but by journalistic institutions themselves. He highlights the stories of journalists who question "objectivity" with sensitivity and passion: Desmond Cole of the Toronto Star; New York Times reporter Linda Greenhouse; Pulitzer Prize-winner Rachel Kadzi Ghansah; Peabody-winning podcaster John Biewen; Guardian correspondent Gary Younge; former Buzzfeed reporter Meredith Talusan; and many others. Wallace also shares his own experiences as a midwestern transgender journalist and activist who was fired from his job as a national reporter for public radio for speaking out against "objectivity" in coverage of Trump and white supremacy. With insightful steps through history, Wallace stresses that journalists have never been mere passive observers--the choices they make reflect worldviews tinted by race, class, gender, and geography. He upholds the centrality of facts and the necessary discipline of verification but argues against the long-held standard of "objective" media coverage that asks journalists to claim they are without bias." -- Publisher's website

      The View from Somewhere
    • Tears for My Sisters

      • 376 páginas
      • 14 horas de lectura

      It is compelling reading for everyone interested in women's health, reproductive rights, the history of medicine, and social justice.

      Tears for My Sisters
    • Ben-Hur describes the adventures of Judah Ben-Hur, Jewish prince from Jerusalem who gets betrayed by his friend from childhood and enslaved by the Romans. He is taken to Rome where he becomes a charioteer and a Christian. Running in parallel with Judah's narrative is the unfolding story of Jesus, who comes from the same region and is a similar age. The novel reflects themes of betrayal, conviction, and redemption, with a revenge plot that leads to a story of love and compassion. Lew Wallace (1827-1905) was an American lawyer, Union general in the American Civil War, politician, diplomat, and author. Among his novels and biographies, Wallace is best known for his historical adventure story, Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ, a bestselling novel that has been called "the most influential Christian book of the nineteenth century."

      Ben-Hur (A Tale of the Christ): Historical Novel
    • Ben-Hur; Or, the Days of the Messiah

      • 468 páginas
      • 17 horas de lectura

      The timeless epic tale of an enslaved Jewish nobleman who rises to become a champion charioteer and seeks revenge against the Roman Empire that destroyed his family. Filled with action, adventure, and a powerful message of forgiveness and redemption.

      Ben-Hur; Or, the Days of the Messiah
    • The First Christmas: From "Ben Hur,"

      • 148 páginas
      • 6 horas de lectura

      From the author of the classic Ben-Hur comes a heartfelt retelling of the first Christmas. Filled with drama, wonder, and inspiration, this book is the perfect addition to any holiday book collection.

      The First Christmas: From "Ben Hur,"
    • The Fair God: The Last of the 'Tzins is a magnificent tale of the conflict between the Spanish Conquistadors and the Aztecs. The Cortez's conquest of Mexico is a central theme and the novel gives an account of the descent of the Aztec Empire. Lew Wallace (1827-1905) was an American lawyer, Union general in the American Civil War, politician, diplomat and author, best known for his historical adventure story, Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ, a bestselling novel that has been called "the most influential Christian book of the nineteenth century." He wrote several historical novels and biographies of American generals.

      The Fair God (Illustrated): The Last of the 'Tzins - Historical Novel about the Conquest of Mexico