Records Of Israel (1844) - Grace Aguilar - Bog

""Records of Israel"" is a historical novel written by Grace Aguilar and originally published in 1844. The book tells the story of the Jewish people from the time of the Babylonian exile to the 19th century. It is divided into three parts, each covering a different period of Jewish history.The first part of the book focuses on the Babylonian exile and the return of the Jews to Jerusalem under the leadership of Ezra and Nehemiah. The second part covers the period of the Maccabees and the Hasmonean dynasty, including the reign of King Herod. The third and final part of the book covers the period from the destruction of the Second Temple to the 19th century.Throughout the book, Aguilar weaves together historical events and fictional characters to create a compelling narrative that explores the struggles and triumphs of the Jewish people. She also incorporates themes of faith, love, and loyalty, as well as the importance of preserving Jewish traditions and culture.""Records of Israel"" is considered an important work of Jewish literature and a valuable resource for those interested in Jewish history and culture. It is also a testament to the enduring legacy of Grace Aguilar, who was one of the first Jewish women to achieve recognition as a writer in the 19th century.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.