The Son of Laughter

Now available in paperback, Buechner's critically acclaimed novel based on the Jacob narratives--a classic family saga. "Buechner has taken these familiar pieces and woven them together into a seamless coat of many colors. His impeccable artistry has created a piece of extended poetry that never loses sight of the characters or the story. . . . An extraordinary novel".--Christian Century.

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