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The Son of Laughter
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The Son of Laughter
Author(s): Frederick Buechner
Review(s):
“With profound intelligence, Buechner’s novel does what the finest, most appealing literature does: It displays and illumines the seemingly unrelated mysteries of human character and ultimate ideas.”
“The Bible’s account of Jacob is a pungent seed found in a tomb. Frederick Buechner has planted it and the result is this beautiful swaying tree of a book.”
“This is an extraordinary novel that demonstrates both the truth of fiction and Buechner’s superb ability to offer it.”
“A masterpiece.”
“One of our most original storytellers.”
ISBN: 9780062501172
Author(s): Frederick Buechner
Rich in family drama, passion, and human affinity, critically acclaimed author Frederick Buechner's contemporary retelling of this captivating and timeless biblical saga revitalizes the ancient story of Jacob, delighted our senses and modern sensibilities and gracing us with his exceptional eloquence and wit.
Review(s):
“With profound intelligence, Buechner’s novel does what the finest, most appealing literature does: It displays and illumines the seemingly unrelated mysteries of human character and ultimate ideas.”
“The Bible’s account of Jacob is a pungent seed found in a tomb. Frederick Buechner has planted it and the result is this beautiful swaying tree of a book.”
“This is an extraordinary novel that demonstrates both the truth of fiction and Buechner’s superb ability to offer it.”
“A masterpiece.”
“One of our most original storytellers.”
ISBN: 9780062501172