Jesus, His Life and Teachings - by Joseph F Girzone (Paperback)

About the Book

The author of "Joshua" and "Never Alone" returns with his own beautiful, inimitable interpretation of the Gospels, perfect for readers of all levels and backgrounds.

Book Synopsis

Joseph Girzone, the author who so powerfully captured the spirit of Jesus in his Joshua novels and in his bestselling A Portrait of Jesus, now brings his work to culmination with a beautiful retelling of the life and work of Jesus based on the accounts in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.

Girzone captures the greatest story ever told in language that will open the hearts of readers from all backgrounds. From the birth of the Messiah to the wedding at Cana, the Sermon on the Mount, the Passion, and the triumphant Resurrection, each episode and lesson from the life of Jesus is rendered with wisdom and freshness.

Elegantly designed, this trade paperback original will find an enthusiastic audience with the millions of Girzone readers.

Review Quotes

Praise for Joseph Girzone:

"Girzone draws on the wisdom of the centuries, writing [with]
humanity and spirit."
--Kirkus Reviews

"Girzone's empathy for the loneliness and insecurity of being human guides readers toward a more satisfying religious experience."
--Booklist

"Girzone uses Jesus' relationships with both God and others to define just what intimacy with God actually looks like."
--Publishers Weekly

About the Author

Joseph F. Girzone retired from the active priesthood in 1981 for health reasons and then embarked on a successful second career as a writer and international speaker. In 1995 he established the Joshua Foundation, an organization dedicated to making Jesus better known throughout the world. His bestselling titles include Joshua, A Portrait of Jesus, and Never Alone. He lives in Albany, New York.