Growing up together in Jerusalen Ben-Hur and Messala had been close friends until the day that Messala returned from school in Rome, convinced that he, as a Roman, was the master of his Jewish friend. This is the epic story of Ben-Hur and his life as a Jew in the Roman empire
Relates a tiny boy's adventures in a horse's ear, a rabbit hole, a snail shell, a cow's throat, and a wolf's belly.
The memoir offers an intimate look into the author's personal journey of transformation and growth. It emphasizes the inevitability and positivity of change, illustrating how experiences shape one's identity. Through Volume I, readers will witness the author's evolution into adulthood, reflecting on the challenges and milestones that define his path.