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_aHaggard, H. Rider _q(Henry Rider), _d1856-1925 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aPearl-Maiden: A Tale of the Fall of Jerusalem |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006 |
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| 500 | _aWikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pearl_Maiden | ||
| 500 | _aRelease date is 2006-04-22 | ||
| 508 | _aJohn Bickers, Dagny and David Widger | ||
| 520 | _a"Pearl-Maiden: A Tale of the Fall of Jerusalem" by H. Rider Haggard is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds against the backdrop of Jerusalem's tumultuous period under Roman rule, focusing on the harrowing experiences of its inhabitants as they grapple with oppression and the impending fall of their city. Central to the narrative are the characters Rachel, a noble Jewish woman, and Nehushta, her devoted slave and protector, as they face the brutal realities of persecution for their Christian faith. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Cæsarea, where King Agrippa celebrates a festival while dark fates loom for captured Christians in the nearby prison. The ominous atmosphere sets the stage for a day filled with grisly spectacles involving gladiatorial combats and cruel entertainments, culminating in plans to sacrifice innocent Christians to wild beasts. Rachel and Nehushta are among those condemned, navigating fear and determination as they share poignant conversations about faith, family, and the child Rachel bears. While darkness hovers, their strength and bond echo against the backdrop of despair, indicating both personal and spiritual resilience amidst catastrophic events. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aHistorical fiction | ||
| 653 | _aJerusalem -- History -- Fiction | ||
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