Description: Bishop's simple and direct account of Jesus' last hours traces the route that led from Gethsemane to a windswept hill called Golgotha. Bishop's meticulous research has uncovered many little-known facts that contribute to the overwhelming sense of immediacy in this story of God's love for humanity.
Brief description:
Jim Bishop was a syndicated columnist and author of many bestselling books, including The Day Lincoln Was Shot, The Day Christ Died, and A Day in the Life of President Kennedy. Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, Bishop died in 1987.
Review Quotes:
"Intensely dramatic . . . makes one feel that the 'greatest story ever told' was here told for the first time." - Kirkus Reviews
"A worthwhile book . . . of value to all Christians who would like to read the great story once again." - Catholic World
"A helpful word picture of 'the Jewish world' at the time of Christ." - Chicago Sunday Tribune
"Highly recommended." - Library Journal