
J. H. WILLARD.
Altemus'
Beautiful Stories Series
By Henry Altemus
THE FIRST EASTER
This gently illustrated retelling invites listeners to walk beside the carpenter‑teacher of Nazareth as he moves through villages, healing the sick, feeding the hungry, and sharing simple, powerful lessons. The narrative captures his quiet compassion—touching a leper, raising a paralysed man, and offering forgiveness with a calm voice—while showing how his miracles sparked both awe and growing opposition. Through vivid scenes of bustling market towns and quiet mountain prayers, the story paints a portrait of a man whose love was expressed in everyday deeds.
The book also follows the moment when twelve ordinary followers are called to become his closest companions, leading to the famous Sermon on the Mount and other memorable teachings. By focusing on these early acts, the tale helps listeners grasp why the events surrounding the first Easter hold such deep meaning for believers. Listeners will come away with a clearer sense of the humility, courage, and hope that marked the beginning of this pivotal story.
Language
en
Duration
~22 minutes (21K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Michael Gray, Diocese of San Jose
Release date
Feb 6, 2012
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

b. 1847
Best known for lively retellings of Bible stories for young readers, this American writer and editor turned familiar figures like Moses, Ruth, Jacob, and Elijah into short, accessible narratives. His books have remained easy to discover thanks to public-domain archives and audiobook collections.
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