Statements (55)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:novel
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| gptkbp:adaptation_year |
gptkb:1959
gptkb:2016 1925 |
| gptkbp:adaptations |
gptkb:miniseries
gptkb:film gptkb:stage_play |
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Lew_Wallace
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| gptkbp:character_arc |
Judah's eventual forgiveness
Judah's quest for vengeance Messala's downfall |
| gptkbp:character_development |
Esther's love for Judah
Judah's journey from wealth to slavery Messala's betrayal |
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
widely acclaimed
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired numerous adaptations
influenced Christian literature popularized chariot racing |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
referenced in various media
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| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
considered a classic of American literature
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| gptkbp:film_awards |
11 Academy Awards for 1959 film
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| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:historical_fiction
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Writing Ben-Hur
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| gptkbp:influence_on |
gptkb:Christian_cinema
epic storytelling modern adaptations of biblical stories chariot racing in popular culture depictions of ancient Rome in literature |
| gptkbp:influenced |
American literature
Hollywood filmmaking |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
Wallace's experiences and research
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| gptkbp:literary_devices |
symbolism
flashbacks foreshadowing |
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Judah_Ben-Hur
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| gptkbp:narrative_style |
third-person
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| gptkbp:notable_quote |
“ I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul.”
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| gptkbp:original_language |
English
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| gptkbp:page_count |
approximately 500
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| gptkbp:performance |
includes real historical figures
depicts Roman culture references to Jesus Christ |
| gptkbp:published |
1880
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| gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:Harper_&_Brothers
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| gptkbp:sales |
over 1 million copies
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| gptkbp:sequel |
gptkb:Ben-Hur:_A_Tale_of_the_Christ
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| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Roman_Empire
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| gptkbp:symbolism |
the cross as a symbol of faith
water as a symbol of life the chariot race as a metaphor for struggle |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:betrayal
faith redemption |
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:General_Lew_Wallace
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
6
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