The Big Fisherman
by Lloyd C. Douglasliterary work· published 1948
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The Big Fisherman is a 1948 historical novel written by Lloyd C. Douglas. The book was the best-selling novel of 1948. It ranked No. 1 on the New York Times Best Seller list for 16 consecutive weeks from December 19, 1948, through April 3, 1949. The novel presents a fictionalized account of the life of Fara, the daughter of an Arabian princess and Herod Antipas, the ruler of Galilee. Fara vows to kill Herod as revenge for his discarding Fara's mother. Fara goes to Galilee where she meets John the Baptist and Simon Peter. Simon Peter becomes a disciple of Jesus. Simon Peter shares the teachings of Jesus with Fara. Fara secures work in Herod's household but decides in the end not to kill him. Simon Peter and Fara travel to Arabia where they rescue Voldi, a prince who wishes to marry Fara.
Adaptations (1)
The Big Fisherman was adapted into a 1959 film.
The Big Fisherman1959 · film · 180 min · dir. Frank Borzage · IMDb ↗IMDb5.5Drama that focuses on the later life of Peter, one of the closest disciples of Jesus.
