Joseph And His Brethren - Charles Wells - Bog

Joseph and His Brethren: A Dramatic Poem is a literary work by Charles Wells, first published in 1908. The book is a retelling of the biblical story of Joseph, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, who was sold into slavery by his jealous brothers but eventually rose to become a powerful ruler in Egypt. The poem is written in blank verse and presents the story in a dramatic and poetic form. It explores the themes of jealousy, betrayal, forgiveness, and redemption. The characters are well-developed and their motivations and actions are explored in depth. The book is divided into five acts, each of which focuses on a different part of the story. The first act introduces the characters and sets the stage for the conflict between Joseph and his brothers. The second act follows Joseph's journey to Egypt and his rise to power. The third act focuses on the conflict between Joseph and his brothers, as they come to him seeking food during a famine. The fourth act explores Joseph's forgiveness of his brothers and their reconciliation. The final act brings the story to a close, with Joseph and his family living in peace and prosperity in Egypt. Overall, Joseph and His Brethren: A Dramatic Poem is a well-written and engaging retelling of a classic biblical story. It is a must-read for anyone interested in literature, drama, or biblical tales.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.