Celebrate 140 years of the greatest story ever told with enlarged pages and a vintage retro style. Lew Wallace first published Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ in 1880 and subsequently inspired several generations of writers, artisans, playwrights, and filmmakers. The timeless story of Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish prince enslaved by the Romans, and his parallel timeline and interactions with Jesus, continues to enthrall readers today. Known for its memorable characters and thrilling chariot scene, Ben-Hur delivers an unforgettable story about betrayal, revenge, redemption, and forgiveness. 140th Anniversary Retro Edition Features: -7" x 10" restored oversized pages -Classic type font with retro effects -19th-century print layout -Modern vintage-inspired cover design About the Author: Born in 1827, Lew Wallace served in the Mexican-American War and later rose to the rank of Major General in the American Civil War. After the war, he served as governor of the New Mexico Territory. Eventually, he returned to his home state of Indiana to practice law. However, writing proved to be his calling. Wallace wrote several books, including the world-famous Ben-Hur. He died in 1905. About the Publisher: The CGR Publishing Restoration Workshop uses a vast array of computers and digital scanners to restore, preserve, and enhance the classic works of writers and artists from the 19th century. Each new release includes display-quality covers, enlarged covers, and retro fonts. Select books include The Tower of London, Dante's Inferno Retro Hell-Bound Edition, Gustave Dorè's London: A Pilgrimage, The Complete Book of Birds, A Life of George Westinghouse, The Clock Book: A Detailed Illustrated Collection of Classic Clocks, The Aeroplane Speaks, and much more.