'The Liars' Gospel' by Naomi Alderman is a thought-provoking retelling of the traditional Jesus story, exploring the perspectives of different characters like Mary, Judas, Caiaphas, and Barabbas. Through separate narratives, the author delves into the political and religious landscape of the time, challenging established beliefs and offering fresh insights into the origins of Christianity. The writing style is elegant and vivid, with a focus on historical accuracy and detailed descriptions that immerse readers in the turbulent world of ancient Judea.
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An award-winning writer reimagines the life of Jesus, from the points of view of four people closest to him before his death.
This is the story of Yehoshuah, who wandered Roman-occupied Judea giving sermons and healing the sick. Now, a year after his death, four people tell their stories. His mother grieves, his friend Iehuda loses his faith, the High Priest of the Temple tries to keep the peace, and a rebel named Bar-Avo strives to bring that peace tumbling down.
It was a time of political power plays and brutal tyranny. Men and women took to the streets to protest. Dictators put them down with iron force. In the midst of it all, one inconsequential preacher died. And either something miraculous happened, or someone lied.
Viscerally powerful in its depictions of the period - massacres and riots, animal sacrifice and human betrayal - The Liars' Gospel makes the oldest story entirely new.
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