Mary of Nazareth: History, Archaeology, Legends

Pre-order! This book will be released on October 15 2016.

This is the first archaeological and historical biography of the most enchanting and revered woman in history, Mary of Nazareth, the mother of Jesus Christ. Millions of faithful around the world invoke her as their Queen, Protectress and Advocate. But who really was this exceptional woman who was chosen by God to give birth to the Saviour? Bestselling author Michael Hesemann searched for her traces in Italy, Israel, Turkey and Egypt. Formed on biblical traditions, legends and archaeological discoveries, he reconstructs the life of Mary, the Mother of the Messiah. From the ancient Icon of Christianity to the Holy House in Loreto, from the Grotto of Nazareth to the refuge of the Holy Family in Egypt, from Mary’s residence in Ephesus,Turkey to Mount Zion and her empty tomb in Jerusalem, this is a journey of discovery, full of surprising insights which will deepen our faith in the great mystery of the Incarnation.

Join Hesemann on his thrilling search for the historical Virgin Mary –a book full of stunning discoveries from the early days of Christianity – and the historical facts behind the worldwide and centuries long devotion to the Mother of God.