{"title":"Richard Zimler","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring renowned author Richard Zimler, a master of weaving intricate tales that delve into history, spirituality, and the human experience. Zimler, an American-Portuguese writer, has captivated readers worldwide with his unique storytelling and profound insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Gospel According to Lazarus\u003c\/em\u003e. Set in the first century, this mesmerising novel tells the story of Lazarus of Bethany, who is famously raised from the dead by Jesus. Through his eyes, Richard Zimler delivers a vivid portrayal of friendship and faith, challenging traditional narratives and inviting readers to explore the emotional and spiritual aftermath of resurrection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eZimler's works, primarily categorised under General Fiction, are not just stories—they are journeys that transport you through time and culture, deeply exploring themes of identity, redemption, and the enduring power of love and belief. His narrative style is both lyrical and thought-provoking, making his books a perfect choice for those who appreciate intricate plots filled with rich historical context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in Richard Zimler's literary world, where every page promises to evoke thought and challenge perspectives, offering a reading experience that resonates long after the final page is turned.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-gospel-according-to-lazarus-by-richard-zimler-9780720620627","title":"The Gospel According to Lazarus","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the international best-selling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Last Kabbalist of Lisbon\u003c\/em\u003e comes a dazzling new work of historical fiction.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the New Testament, Jesus resurrected his friend, but the Gospel of John omits details of how he achieved this miracle and whether he had any special purpose in doing so. The acclaimed novelist Richard Zimler takes up the tale and recreates the story of the Passion from Lazarus' point of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRestored to physical health, he has difficulty picking up his former existence; his experience of death has left him fragile and disoriented, and he has sensed nothing of an afterlife. As he turns more and more to Jesus for guidance, while observing his friend's growing mystical powers and influence, he finds their lives becoming dangerously entwined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eZimler places Jesus in the historical context of ancient Jewish practice and tradition; he is at once a charismatic rabbi and a political activist who uses his awareness of a transcendent reality, culminating in the Kingdom of Heaven, to inspire compassion for humankind and try to bring justice to his people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cem\u003eThe Gospel According to Lazarus\u003c\/em\u003e, Richard Zimler brings the familiar story vividly to life and finds fresh meaning in the Passion and Crucifixion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Perhaps the most remarkable aspect of this brave and engaging novel, though, is that Zimler manages to make the best-known narrative in western culture a page-turner. I simply had to keep going to the very end in order to know on earth what would happen.' - Peter Stanford, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Guardian\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46716759638252,"sku":"9780720620627","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15335513482444.jpg?v=1754439884"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/richard-zimler.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}