Book details
Jesus - The Teenage Years
Description
Everyone knows the story of Jesus' birth, and everyone knows how he died, right? But what about the bit in between - those formative teenage years? No-one knows if Jesus had crises with spots, girls or parents . . . until now.John Farman, author of the bestselling The Very Bloody History of Britain, takes a cheeky but affectionate look at those missing years in Jesus' life. You think you've had teenage-type problems to contend with? Wait till you read what Jesus had to go through!
Age
12-17
Text complexity
beginner
Length
160 pages
Why to read
- Gain a new perspective on a formative period of Jesus's life that is not extensively covered in traditional religious texts.
- Explore the historical and cultural context of Jesus's adolescence and how it may have shaped his teachings and philosophy.
- Understand the human side of Jesus by examining his experiences, challenges, and development during his teenage years.
- Engage with the author's creative interpretation and narrative, which could offer a unique blend of historical fiction and theological exploration.