Lloyd C. Douglas's The Big Fisherman is a historical novel that chronicles Simon Peter's journey from a strong fisherman who initially rejected the teachings of Jesus to a devoted disciple and spreader of Christ's teachings after His resurrection. The novel explores themes of spiritual transformation, redemption, and forgiveness, primarily through the story of Simon and a Jewish-Arab girl named Fara. The novel also tells the story of Fara, an Arab-Jewish girl who seeks revenge against Herod Antipas. Through her encounter with Simon and the teachings of Jesus, Fara finds redemption and forgiveness. The novel explores powerful themes such as spiritual growth, life transformation, redemption, and the importance of faith.