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More Than A Skeleton
A Novel
by Paul L. Maier
ISBN: 0785262385
ISBN-13: 9780785262381
Format: Hardcover
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Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Inc
Published date: 2003
Size: 6.25 x 9.25 inches
Weight: 1.2 pounds
Pages: 352
Publisher's Notes
Investigating an Israeli who was born in Nazareth and has assembled twelve followers while performing miracles and attracting crowds, a skeptical Jonathan Weber seeks to prevent compromises to the Christian faith.
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More Than a Skeleton: It Was One Man Against the World
Paul L. Maier
Thomas Nelson, 2003-10-16. Hardcover. Very Good. Binding is tight and square. Text is clean and bright. P/O name is on FFEP. DJ is VG. Careful packaging and fast shipping. We recommend PRIORITY MAIL for even faster delivery! ( more information) Offered by Icapsa Used Books (United States)
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More Than a Skeleton: It Was One Man Against the World
Maier, Paul L
Nashville, Tennessee: Thomas Nelson. Hardcover. 0785262385 This book has a little shelf wear. This book is 332 pages is a fiction about a Doctor researching the Bible. . Very Good. 2003. Reprint. ( more information) Offered by Cupboard Maker Books (United States)
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