Two boxed limited edition silver chalices the hertford. The crystal chalice, canberra, australian capital territory. The silver chalice by thomas b costain book cover, description, publication history. Silver chalice first edition thomas costain bauman. Thomas b costain first published in 1953, this classic recounts the story of basil, a young silversmith, who is commissioned by the apostle luke to fashion a holder for the cup jesus will ultimately use at the last. The knights of the chalice are a loyalist space marine chapter created from blood angels geneseed. The silver chalice is the fictional story set in the first century a. With virginia mayo, pier angeli, jack palance, paul newman. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. Caitlyn admires paul from afar and resents that he only has eyes for erika.
The silver chalice virginia mayo paul newman jack palance 1954 after the last supper, christians fight romans over christs cup, for which a greek sculptor paul newman makes a holder. The silver chalice the silver chalice audiobook, by thomas b. The silver chalice virginia mayo paul newman jack palance 1954 after the last supper, christians fight romans over christs cup, for which a greek sculptor paul newman makes a. This fat hardcover with no dustjacket is in good condition. The silver chalice by thomas costain 1952 hardcover book rome jerusalem. Gallery of 20 movie poster and cover images for the silver chalice 1954. He later went on to work for the ontarios guelph daily mercury in 1908.
The silver chalice by thomas b costain fantastic fiction. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The book totally absorbed me, and i could not put it down until i finished. The silver chalice, the story of early christianity as told through the eyes and experience of basil, a former slave, was the bestselling fiction book in the united states in 1952 and the second most popular novel in 1953. The silver chalicethomas costaininternational collectors libraryvintage 1952free shipping. Story of a living sanctuary by fletcher, paul, wardle, natasha, fletcher, paul, wardle, natasha, sherwood, caroline, mann, nicholas isbn. The latest release in the christian epic series is an exciting novel that takes place shortly after christs death and resurrection. In 1910, he married ida spragge and was hired as an editor by the maclean publishing company. The silver chalice full frame, manufactured on demand, dolby. Costains best book of fiction, and one that will put out a strong bid to rival the robe in success with that market. I have to agree with the negative comments on this one. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. I love historical and biblical epics, both in print and on the screen. The silver chalice and millions of other books are available for instant access.
In many ways, the silver chalice is a retelling of basic themes in the christian story in an entertaining and inspirational mode, which appealed to many people in the 1950s. The silver chalice 1954 victor saville, virginia mayo, pier. The silver chalice 1954 victor saville, virginia mayo, pier angeli, jack palance may 2, 2019 a greek artisan is commissioned to cast the cup of christ in silver and sculpt around its rim the faces of the disciples and jesus himself. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Review by siskoid while im normally intrigued by what biblical side stories got the epic film treatment, the silver chalice fails on too many levels to warrant recommendation. Basil travels from antioch to ephesus then rome to sculpt the faces of the apostles, which, in silver, will adorn the chalice. This young man, director victor saville predicted,is destined for great things. The silver chalice is a 1954 american historical epic film directed and produced by victor saville, based on thomas b. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. In many ways, the silver chalice is a retelling of basic themes in the christian story in an entertaining and inspirational mode, which appealed to. Paul newman, walter hampden, joseph wiseman, alexander scoourby, lorne greene, e.
The silver chalice was the bestselling fiction title of 1953 in the united states and was. The silver chalice is a fictional, but historical novel written around the making of the silver chalice, which some people interchange with the holy grail. Costain 18851965, was born in brantford, ontario, canada. Hallmarked london 1972 height 16 cm each weights approx. The novels protagonist is a gifted silversmith named basil. The silver chalice 1954 cast and crew a greek slave trained as an artisan, basil paul newman is on the path to a better life when his owners discover his talent for sculpting. But in 1952 and 1953, the reading public was offered a very different take on the early christians. Costain conceives it, he visualizes the cup used by jesus at the last supper in the hands of joseph of arimathea, an ancient and godly. Buy a cheap copy of the traitor and the chalice book by jane fletcher. Silver chalice by thomas costain, first edition abebooks. Meanwhile, a nefarious interloper is trying to convince the crowds that he. A greek artisan is commissioned to cast the cup of christ in silver and sculpt around its rim the faces of the disciples and jesus himself.
Adopted by a wealthy greek merchant, basil was wrongly sold into slavery by his adoptive uncle after his adoptedfathers death. Its the movie you think you want to see because its paul newmans first, but. The silver chalice was a top bestselling fiction title of 1953 in the united states, atop the new york times best seller list from september 7, 1952. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. The silver chalice 1954 virginia mayo, pier angeli, jack palance. Pages can include considerable notesin pen or highlighterbut the notes cannot obscure the text. While im normally intrigued by what biblical side stories got the epic film treatment, the silver chalice fails on too many levels to warrant recommendation. A great silver and gilt chalice with the passion and resurrection of christ, and the salutation of the virgin on the foot. Paul newman in his screen debut plays a 1st century greek sculptor who is sold into slavery. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Sterling silver queen anne period chalice hallmarked in 1705 hallmarked in london in 1705 by william gamble, this outstanding, queen anne period, antique sterling silver chalice, is plain in style, standing on a pedestal foot detailed with reed borders. Basil is called to design the case which will hold the silver cup that christ and his disciples drank from at the last supper, and plans to sculpt their likenesses. The silver chalice 1954 movie posters cinematerial. He travels to jerusalem and eventually to rome to complete the task.
Owing to the alleged 0% mutation rate of the primaris marines, they presumably do not have any death company. Chalice 15th century central european silver,gilded silver. James dean was offered the role of basil, the sculptor, but he and his agent thought the script was poor. This novel includes some biblical characters such as the apostle peter, luke, etc.
The studios spared no expense on wide screen color epics with lavish sets and costumes and a cast of thousands. While shooting east of eden 1955, dean went over to visit newman on the set of this film. Costain conceives it, he visualizes the cup used by jesus at the last supper in the hands of joseph of arimathea, an. It is the fictional story of the making of a silver chalice to hold the holy grail itself here conflated with the holy chalice and includes 1st century biblical and historical figures. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. Reaching god through art, biblical stories come to life in sam philipes hands,the gospel to the whole world matt 24. Canberras premier shop for pagan, wiccan and new age books, tarot, crystals, gifts. This pair of bookends makes the perfect personal first communion gift with its riveting use of light and shadow, and the verses from the gospel of john.
Octavo, modern full brown calf, elaborately giltdecorated spine, raised bands, red and green morocco spine labels, pictorial endpapers, all edges gilt. Mark is outgrowing his old friends but doesnt know how to. Paul is the new kid at mortingham boarding academy, and he has a dark secret. Sam philipe created the lion of judah for the city jerusalem, sam philipe. At the same time the museum placed on exhibition on the first floor the great chalice of antioch and other related objects lent through the courtesy of mr. Tevi and jemeryl, soldier and sorceress, must risk all in the race to uncover a traitor and retrieve the chalice that, in the wrong hands, could bestow dangerous. The book follows his meeting early christians and at the behest of joseph of arimathea sp he fashions a silver frame for the cup from which jesus drank at the last supper. Feb 4, 20 chalice 15th century central european silver,gilded silver,glass,semiprecious stones and basse taille enamel stay safe and healthy. A richly detailed novel fleshed out that early period of christian history and sought to bring it to life. The silver chalice is an unforgettable, visually insane, jawdropping stinker. Costains bestselling novel, the silver chalice is the story of a young greek artisan who is sold into slavery and later commissioned by early christian leaders to design and create. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. It was savilles last film and marked the acting debut of paul newman.
His writing career started in 1902 when he was hired by the brantford courier as a reporter. Luke, joseph of arimathea, simon magus and his companion helena, and the apostle peter. The silver chalices cast also includes lorne green, e. The silver chalice is a 1952 english language historical novel by thomas b. Atlantic books independent publisher of literary fiction and nonfiction.
The silver chalice, the story of early christianity as told through the eyes and experience of basil, a former slave, was the bestselling fiction book in the united states in 1952 and the second. Queen anne silver chalices antique silver and sterling. Kouchakjis collection, known as the antioch treasure, includes a lesser chalice, a large silver cross, and three silver book covers as well as the great chalice. The silver chalice 1954 victor saville, virginia mayo. Corvus atlantics commercial fiction list which includes womens, historical, romance, scifi, crime and thriller.
The silver chalice s cast also includes lorne green, e. Two boxed limited edition silver chalices the hertford elizabethan chalice no. Silver chalice first edition thomas costain bauman rare books. The silver chalice full frame, manufactured on demand. Keeping heavy books in line, they both organize and decorate your home. This supernatural bread and this consecrated chalice are for the health and.
The silver chalice 1954 directed by victor saville. Oct 21, 20 the silver chalice takes place in first century greece, rome, and jerusalem. There is much to compare in palmer browns writing and drawing the tiny, dainty yet very ready pictures to the modern trend of realistic fairy tale that has reached high points in the poppins books and mary nortons borrowers, but anna lavinia of beyond the pawpaw trees 1955 is a heroine with a different set of traits and adventures and a different world to live in. Costain and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The silver chalice 1955 biblical epics were all the rage throughout the 1950s, and even more so after the enormous success of the robe 1953, the first film released in the new wide screen method of cinemascope. Created during the ultima founding, the knights of the chalice are comprised entirely of primaris marines. The silver chalice was the bestselling book in 1953 and was made into a movie in 1954, starring paul newman in his first leading role. This young man, director victor saville predicted,is destined for. This is a great hf first published in 1952 and set in the first century chronicling the rise and spread of the christian faith. Basil travels from antioch to ephesus then rome to sculpt the faces of the apostles, which, in. The silver chalicethomas costaininternational collectors library.