Barabbas

Barabbas: A Dream of the World's Tragedy is a novel written by Marie Corelli, first published in 1893. The story is a fictionalized account of the life of Barabbas, the notorious criminal who was released instead of Jesus Christ during the trial before Pontius Pilate.The novel explores the themes of redemption, faith, and the struggle between good and evil. It follows Barabbas from his early life as a bandit to his imprisonment and eventual release. The story also features a cast of characters that include Mary Magdalene, Simon Peter, and other figures from the Bible.As the title suggests, the novel is written as a dream, with Corelli's vivid descriptions and poetic language creating a surreal and otherworldly atmosphere. The book also contains social commentary on the state of society at the time, particularly on the issues of poverty, injustice, and the corrupt nature of those in power.Overall, Barabbas: A Dream of the World's Tragedy is a thought-provoking and powerful novel that delves into the complexities of human nature and the struggle for redemption.1907. Fictional, mystical account of Barabbas' life and times.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.