The Street Called Straight

By Basil King

Book Overview

The Street Called Straight is a novel written by an anonymous author. The story is set in the Middle East and follows the life of a young man named Saul who is a devout Jew. Saul is on a mission to eradicate the followers of a new religion called Christianity, which he sees as a threat to his faith and way of life.However, on his journey to Damascus, Saul has a life-changing experience when he is struck by a blinding light and hears the voice of Jesus Christ. This encounter leads him to convert to Christianity and become one of its most influential leaders, changing his name to Paul.The novel explores the themes of faith, redemption, and the power of transformation. It also delves into the political and social climate of the time, including the persecution of Christians by the Roman Empire.The Street Called Straight is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant figures in Christian history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity or seeking a deeper understanding of faith and spirituality.1912. This novel is a tensely dramatic story of present day American life. There is not a moment's cessation of its enthralling interest from the first page to the last. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162617527
• ISBN13: 9781162617527
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 438 Pages
• Weight: 2.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.3" x 11.0"