02269cam a22003613u 4500 21614 UtSlPG 20260610133510.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Henty, G. A. (George Alfred), 1832-1902 For the Temple: A Tale of the Fall of Jerusalem Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-05-26 Produced by Martin Robb. "For the Temple: A Tale of the Fall of Jerusalem" by G. A. Henty is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. It narrates the dramatic and tumultuous events surrounding the fall of Jerusalem and the resistance against Roman rule, focusing on the life of a young boy named John, who is set against a backdrop of civil strife, patriotism, and impending doom. As the story unfolds, readers are likely to encounter themes of bravery, loyalty, and the tragic consequences of war. The opening of the tale introduces us to John, a thoughtful boy enjoying the serene beauty of Lake Tiberias, while his family busily harvests figs and grapes. Tension lurks beneath the surface as John's mother expresses concern that peaceful times may soon give way to trouble, hinting at the historical unrest in Galilee. As John helps gather figs, we also meet Mary, his cousin, who shares a playful bond with him. The stage is set for the larger conflict to come, as discussions of political unrest and impending warfare are foreshadowed by the characters' lively interactions and familial concerns. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified War stories Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Soldiers -- Juvenile fiction Jews -- Juvenile fiction Romans -- Juvenile fiction Temple of Jerusalem (Jerusalem) -- Juvenile fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21614 62760 62760