The Gospel According to Jesus Christ
by José Saramago
The Gospel According to Jesus Christ by José Saramago holds a highly rated rating of 4.26 out of 5, based on 11.3K reader ratings. First published in 1991. The book spans 341 pages.
About The Gospel According to Jesus Christ
This is a skeptic' s journey into the meaning of God and of human existence. At once an ironic rendering of the life of Christ and a beautiful novel, Saramago' s tale has sparked intense discussion about the meaning of Christianity and the Church as an institution. Translated by Giovanni Pontiero.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | José Saramago |
| Published | 1991 |
| Pages | 341 |
| Genres | Fiction, Religion & Spirituality, Historical Fiction, Classics, Romance |
| Average Rating | 4.26 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 11,301 |
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What genre is The Gospel According to Jesus Christ?
The Gospel According to Jesus Christ is categorized as Fiction, Religion & Spirituality, Historical Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The Gospel According to Jesus Christ worth reading?
Based on 11.3K reader ratings, The Gospel According to Jesus Christ has an average score of 4.26 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Gospel According to Jesus Christ?
The Gospel According to Jesus Christ has 341 pages.
Who wrote The Gospel According to Jesus Christ?
The Gospel According to Jesus Christ was written by José Saramago. It was first published in 1991.
What is the ISBN for The Gospel According to Jesus Christ?
The ISBN-13 for The Gospel According to Jesus Christ is 9781860460950.0.
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