Lloyd C Douglas 
The Robe 
The Story of the Soldier Who Tossed for Christ’s Robe and Won

With more than six million copies sold, this historical novel is the story of the man who gambled for Christ’s robe and won. The book explores the aftermath of the crucifixion of Jesus through the experiences of the Roman tribune Marcellus Gallio and his Greek slave Demetrius. Here is a timeless story of adventure, faith, and romance, a tale of spiritual longing and ultimate redemption.