A Son Of Issachar

A Son Of Issachar: A Romance Of The Days Of Messias is a historical fiction novel written by Elbridge Streeter Brooks and published in 1890. The story is set in the time of the Messiah and follows the life of a young Jewish man named Baruch, who is a descendant of the tribe of Issachar. Baruch is a scholar and a devout follower of the Jewish faith, but he becomes disillusioned with the corruption and hypocrisy he sees in the religious leaders of his community. As he searches for a deeper understanding of his faith, Baruch meets a group of followers of the Messiah, including the apostle Paul. He is drawn to their teachings and begins to question his own beliefs. Along the way, Baruch falls in love with a young woman named Miriam, who is also a follower of the Messiah. The novel explores themes of faith, love, and redemption as Baruch struggles to reconcile his Jewish heritage with his newfound beliefs. It also provides a vivid portrayal of life in ancient Israel, including the political and social tensions of the time. Overall, A Son Of Issachar: A Romance Of The Days Of Messias is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on the life and teachings of the Messiah.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.