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The Other Wise Man Audiobook (Unabridged)

By: Henry Van Dyke
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Written by clergyman/poet Henry van Dyke in 1896, The Other Wise Man begins thusly: You know the story of the Three Wise Men of the East, and how they traveled from far away to offer their gifts at the manger-cradle in Bethlehem. But have you ever heard the story of the Other Wise Man, who also saw the star in its rising, and set out to follow it, yet did not arrive with his brethren in the presence of the young child Jesus? Of the great desire of this fourth pilgrim, and how it was denied, yet accomplished in the denial; of his many wanderings and the probations of his soul; of the long way of his seeking and the strange way of his finding the One whom he sought - I would tell the tale as I have heard fragments of it in the Hall of Dreams, in the palace of the Heart of Man....

This one-hour audiobook contains the complete text of Henry van Dyke's original story, artfully brought to life by a colorful cast of characters under the direction of David Nevland.

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"A beautifully rendered, exotic tale about the heart of servanthood demonstrated by Christ's life and teachings, born out by the life of the 'other wise man', a magi who expends his life and his gifts for the King he seeks in serving and helping others. "

— Rob (4 out of 5 stars)

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  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Wonderful short read that reminded me of the life Christ would have us all live. "

    — Jamie, 3/6/2011
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    " I love this book and have for years. Beautifully written and deeply moving. Wonderfully inspiring. "

    — Beth, 12/21/2010
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    " My edition is the original 1895, and this is the second time I have read it. The book is short and profound, the descriptions by Henry Van Dyke of Artaban's travels are colorful and precise. The book's story and message are timeless. "

    — Susan, 12/16/2010
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    " It's like secular humanism for Christians. "

    — Corbin, 5/12/2010
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    " I loved this one as a kid! We had an ornament of "the other wise man", too. "

    — Amy, 1/4/2010
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    " I loved this classic fiction story of the Wise Man who never made it to see baby Jesus because he spent his life serving others and giving all he had. "

    — Rachel, 1/3/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " More than merely sentimental, this Victorian-era American-penned Christmas novella mixes the qualities of parable with vivid descriptive narration that exhibits a distinct antiquarian flavor. "

    — Adam, 12/25/2009
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    " This is a very short book, but it's one of those that I read pretty slowly becuase it's thought provoking. Worth the read during Advent as we prepare our hearts for Christmas. "

    — Shelly, 12/21/2009
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This is a great short story about a fictional wise man who also sought the Christ. It is a quick read, which is just perfect for a hectic holiday season. "

    — Sarah, 12/18/2009
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    " I really didn't like the style of writing as well as I thought I would. But, the story in itself is beautiful. I don't say this often, but I liked the movie better than the book. "

    — Jana, 12/14/2009
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This is another Christmas classic. During the early years of our family, it was read over the pulpit at church every Christmas by Vivian Hunter. "

    — Darleen, 11/15/2009
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A story about the 4th wise man who did not make it in time to see Jesus in Bethlehem. This book is beautifully written. It should be part of everyones Christmas. "

    — Violet, 10/4/2009
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " The Story of the Other Wise Man by Henry Van Dyke (1967) "

    — Mary, 10/2/2009
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Beautifully written tale that captures so simply the Christmas spirit and the means of searching for and finding Christ. "

    — Courtney, 6/23/2009
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    " How can you not be uplifted? "

    — Cindy, 3/23/2009

About Henry Van Dyke

Henry Van Dyke (1852-1933) was an American author and clergyman. He graduated from Princeton University and Princeton Theological Seminary, and later served as a professor of English literature at Princeton. Among his best known works are The Other Wise Man, The First Christmas Tree, and his poem Time Is.