The Story Of Naaman

By Alexander Bisset MacKay

Book Overview

The Story of Naaman is a historical novel written by A.B. Mackay in 1882. The book is based on the Biblical story of Naaman, a Syrian general who was cured of leprosy by the prophet Elisha. The novel follows Naaman's journey from his initial diagnosis of leprosy to his search for a cure and eventual healing. Through Naaman's story, the novel explores themes of faith, humility, and redemption. The character of Naaman is portrayed as a proud and powerful man who initially resists the idea of seeking help from the Israelite prophet. However, through a series of events, Naaman's heart is softened and he learns to trust in the power of God. The book also includes other characters from the Biblical story, such as Elisha and his servant Gehazi, as well as fictional characters who interact with Naaman throughout his journey. The novel is written in a simple and accessible style, making it suitable for readers of all ages. Overall, The Story of Naaman is a compelling retelling of a well-known Biblical story, offering insight into the power of faith and the importance of humility.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: 1104400820
• ISBN13: 9781104400828
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"