Yesterday, i finished reading a book written in 1952 entitled the silver chalice thomas costain. Costain, first edition, literature, fiction, novel, historical fiction a hardcover fictional novel by thomas b. His voices were strange and it was hard to get into the book. This book was written in 1952 and was on the new york times best seller list for 62 weeks.
Based on the novel by thomas costain, this epic follows the adventures of a greek sculptor, basil paul newman, as he travels through a series of adventures and eventually winds up in jerusalem. Costain, 1952, book club edition 1952 the silver chalice by thomas b costain hardcover 1952 1st edition the silver chalice by thomas b. The silver chalice is a fictional, but historical novel written around the making of the silver chalice, which some people interchange with the holy grail. Pier angeli in the silver chalice with paul newman. If you enjoy religioushistorical fiction, youll probably like the silver chalice, but theres no particular reason to seek out this novel, specifically. It was savilles last film and marked the acting debut of paul newman. The story was inspired by the archaeological discovery of a 1st century silver chalice in antioch. The silver chalice is a 503 page novel by thomas b. Beginning of a dialog window, including tabbed navigation to register an account or sign in to an existing account. Adopted by a wealthy greek merchant, basil was wrongly sold into slavery by his adoptive uncle after his adoptedfathers death.
Blue covers with maps on the inside covers, bands on spine with silver lettering, 503 pages. The silver chalice was well received when it was published in 1952. The main characters of this historical, historical fiction story are. The silver chalice illustrated edition hardcover 1952. Jun 23, 2010 the silver chalice published in 1952 by doubleday and company. The book totally absorbed me, and i could not put it down until i finished. The silver chalice thomas costain 1952 first edition hardback. Silver chalice by thomas costain, first edition abebooks. The silver chalice 1954 approved 2h 22min drama, romance 20 december 1954 usa a greek artisan is commissioned to cast the cup of christ in silver, and sculpt around its rim.
Its pretty understandable why its no longer famous. The subject is an illusive one that has been approached tentatively through the centuries the mystery of the holy grail. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. His most popular works were the black rose 1945 and the silver chalice 1952. Costain conceives it, he visualizes the cup used by jesus at the last supper in the hands of joseph of arimathea, an ancient and godly man. Costain and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 840 pages and is available in paperback format. The silver chalice 1955 biblical epics were all the rage throughout the 1950s, and even more so after the enormous success of the robe 1953, the first film released in the new wide screen method of cinemascope. Like with a lot of the books ive read so far on this list, the silver chalice is not bad, but its not very good. The silver chalice by thomas b costain fantastic fiction. The silver chalice was a top bestselling fiction title of 1953 in the united states, atop the new york times best seller list from september 7, 1952, to march 8, 1953, and remaining 64 weeks on the list until october 25, 1953. The first edition of the novel was published in 1952, and was written by thomas b. His historical novels, which were marked by meticulous research and rousing action, were best sellers in the midtwentieth century. Jul 10, 2014 the silver chalice 1954 official trailer paul newman, jack palance biblical epic movie hd a greek artisan is commissioned to cast the cup of christ in silver and sculpt around its rim the. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. He received a doctor of letters degree from the university of western ontario in may 1952, and he received a gold medallion from the. Thomas b costain first published in 1953, this classic recounts the story of basil, a young silversmith, who is commissioned by the apostle luke to fashion a holder for the cup jesus will ultimately use at the last.
The silver chalice a novel book by thomas b costain. A clip from the student prince 1954 official trailer ann blyth, edmund purdom musical hd duration. Costains best book of fiction, and one that will put out a strong bid to rival the robe in success with that market. It was also made into a movie starring paul newman as basil. Oct 21, 20 the silver chalice takes place in first century greece, rome, and jerusalem. The latest release in the christian epic series is an exciting novel that takes place shortly after christs death and resurrection. But in 1952 and 1953, the reading public was offered a very different take on the early christians. The silver chalice by thomas b costain first trade. This listing is for a classic hardback book published in 1952 titled the silver chalice by thomas b. The story is mainly about a young silversmith, basil, who, after being robbed of his inheritance, and sold into slavery is asked by the apostle luke to create a holder for the cup jesus used at the last.
The silver chalice 1954 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Buy the silver chalice by thomas b costain from amazons fiction books store. The silver chalice by thomas b costain book cover, description, publication history. Basil travels from antioch to ephesus then rome to sculpt the faces of the apostles, which, in silver, will adorn the chalice. He published dozens of fiction and nonfiction books in his lifetime, and four of them were adapted for the screen.
This novel is based on legends of the years following christs crucifixion. Former library copy with cardholder still in place, library crossouts on page edges, page edges. The silver chalice a novel download the silver chalice a novel ebook pdf or read online books in pdf, epub, and mobi format. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books.
This novel includes some biblical characters such as the apostle peter, luke, etc. The dramatic plot, compelling characters, and spiritual depth of the silver chalice made it one of the most popular historical novels of the twentieth century. The silver chalice by thomas costain 1952 hardcover book rome jerusalem. Thomas b costain this novel is based on legends of the years following christs crucifixion. Nov 10, 2012 yesterday, i finished reading a book written in 1952 entitled the silver chalice thomas costain. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction. Costains best book of fiction, and one that will put out a strong bid to. The novels protagonist is a gifted silversmith named basil. Apr 01, 2006 the silver chalice, the story of early christianity as told through the eyes and experience of basil, a former slave, was the bestselling fiction book in the united states in 1952 and the second most popular novel in 1953. Published april 1st 2006 by loyola classics first published 1952.
What bested the silver chalice in that second year. The silver chalice 1954 official trailer paul newman. The book s hardcover is blue cloth with the title in silve. I love historical fiction the kind with a real story, not the smutty kind and no one does it better than thomas costain. Costain conceives it, he visualizes the cup used by jesus at the last supper in the hands of joseph of arimathea, an ancient and godly. Apr 03, 2020 the silver chalice a story of the cup of the last supper by thomas b. The silver chalice is a fascinating story of the east in the century after christ and offers a glimpse into the lives of historical figures as viewed by the fictional main characters. Luke, joseph of arimathea, simon magus and his companion helena, and the apostle peter. The book was on the new york times best seller list from september 7, 1952 to october 25, 1953 for a total of 64 weeks. The silver chalice recounts the story of basil, a young silversmith, who is commissioned by the apostle luke to fashion a holder for the. The silver chalice a story of the cup of the last supper by thomas b. Not being one to reread any books, i read the silver chalice again when i was in my thirties.
Home underground books the silver chalice the silver chalice by costain, thomas b condition. Born in brantford, ontario, he attended high school there as well as the brantford collegiate institute. The silver chalice 1954 a greek slave trained as an artisan, basil paul newman is on the path to a better life when his owners discover his talent for sculpting. It is the fictional story of the making of a silver chalice to hold the holy grail and includes 1st century biblical and historical figures. Basil is called to design the case which will hold the silver cup that christ and his disciples drank from at the. The film starred paul newman, in his first studio role, as basil the craftsman. The silver chalice was the bestselling book in 1953 and was made into a movie in 1954, starring paul newman in his first leading role. Jan 06, 2012 pier angeli in the silver chalice with paul newman. So much information about the timesthe apostles are aging men facing glad i had a couple of snowy days to push hard through this book. Free download or read online the silver chalice pdf epub book. Backside of title page includes first edition after the printing of a signed and numbered limited edition. The story takes place in new testament times with paul, luke, peter, joseph of arimathea, simon the magician, and other such biblical characters taking forefront in the storys narrative.
The silver chalice by thomas b costain abebooks passion for books. The silver chalice is a 1954 american historical epic film directed and produced by victor saville, based on thomas b. The studios spared no expense on wide screen color epics with lavish sets and costumes and a cast of thousands. The silver chalice is the fictional story set in the first century a. Most of the older mens voices were harsh and abrasive. The silver chalice was a top bestselling fiction title of 1953 in the united states, atop the new york times best seller list from september 7, 1952 to march 8, 1953, and remaining 64 weeks on the list until october 25, 1953. The silver chalice film wikimili, the free encyclopedia.
The silver chalice is historical fiction about a gifted slave who was tapped to create a chalice for the cup that christ had used at the last supper. The silver chalice, the story of early christianity as told through the eyes and experience of basil, a former slave, was the bestselling fiction book in the united states in 1952 and the second most popular novel in 1953. Thomas bertram costain 18851965 was a canadian journalist who became a bestselling author of historical novels at the age of 57. If the silver chalice is any indicator of his beliefs, then i would rather not fill up on false teachings. The silver chalice, a novel by costain, thomas bertram and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The silver chalice 1954 approved 2h 22min drama, romance 20 december 1954 usa a greek artisan is commissioned to cast the cup of christ in silver, and sculpt around its rim, the faces of the disciples and jesus. The book follows his meeting early christians and at the behest of joseph of arimathea sp he fashions a silver frame for the cup from which jesus drank at the last supper. It is the fictional story of the making of a silver chalice to hold the holy grail and includes first century biblical and historical figures. It describes the life of basil, the artisan who fashioned the silver chalice, a frame meant to hold the. Dj covered in mylar with chalice on front and author photo on back.
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