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Publication
Preston/Speed Publications (1995), 333 pages
Description
In the face of overwhelming odds, John of Gamala does his best to save God's temple, defending Jerusalem during the Roman siege and even facing Titus himself in hand-to-hand combat. He forges a relationship with the Roman leader that lasts until after the war. In spite of fighting a losing battle, John maintains his integrity and honor.
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LibraryThing member hgcslibrary
A tale of the fall of Jerusalem in 70 AD. Originally published in 1887.
LibraryThing member madamepince
Compelling story; dreadful storytelling.
LibraryThing member SGTCat
Not a bad book at all. It's a story based on a historical document about the fall of Jerusalem and the destruction of the Jewish temple. The way it's written made me feel like I was reading the Old Testament, which is both bad and good considering the topic. It kept the action up and was easy to
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Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
1888
Physical description
8.5 inches
ISBN
1887159002 / 9781887159005