Rich in family drama, passion, and human affinity, critically acclaimed author Frederick Buechner's contemporary retelling of this captivating and timeless biblical saga revitalises the ancient story of Jacob, delighted our senses and modern sensibilities and gracing us with his exceptional eloquence and wit.

"One of our most original storytellers" ( "USA Today" ) offers a fresh, literate, and dramatic tale based on the Jacob narratives--enduring biblical depictions of fathers, sons, and families.