Ben-Hur

A classic epic novel first published in 1880, Ben-Hur has enchanted generations familiar both with Lew Wallace's legendary book, and the award-winning 1959 film. Set in biblical times in Jerusalem, it tells the story of Ben-Hur whose life intertwines with Jesus' and affects our hero in ways he could never suspect. With a new Hollywood remake due for cinema release in February 2016, rediscover the original book that started a sensation