02242cam a22003253u 4500 33444 UtSlPG 20260610133749.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PG Kuprin, A. I. (Aleksandr Ivanovich), 1870-1938 Sulamith: A Romance of Antiquity Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-08-16 David Garcia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team "Sulamith: A Romance of Antiquity" by A.I. Kuprin is a historical romance written in the early 20th century. The narrative likely explores the legendary love story between King Solomon, a figure renowned for his wisdom and wealth, and a humble maiden named Sulamith. The book is set against the backdrop of ancient Israel, detailing the opulence of Solomon's court while embodying themes of love, desire, and the contrast between power and simplicity. The opening portion of the narrative introduces King Solomon at the height of his rule, illustrating his splendor and the immense construction efforts directed toward the temple and his palace. It highlights Solomon’s relationships with numerous women, yet focuses on his deep affection for Sulamith, a vineyard maiden who captivates his heart. As Solomon first encounters Sulamith, there is a palpable tension of attraction mixed with innocence, as the king is entranced by her beauty and charm. The vivid descriptions of the characters and their surroundings set the stage for a tale that intertwines love, longing, and the complexities of human desire against an ancient historical setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Russian fiction -- Translations into English Solomon, King of Israel -- Fiction Guerney, Bernard Guilbert, 1894-1979 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/33444 74290 74290