Salathiel, The Immortal

Salathiel, The Immortal: A History is a novel written by George Croly in 1855. The book tells the story of Salathiel, a Jewish high priest who was present at the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Salathiel is cursed by Christ to live forever until his second coming. The novel follows Salathiel's journey through history, as he witnesses and participates in various events such as the fall of Jerusalem, the Crusades, and the French Revolution. Through his experiences, Salathiel gains insight into the nature of humanity and the role of faith in shaping history. The book is a blend of historical fiction, religious allegory, and philosophical musings. It is considered a classic of 19th-century literature and has been praised for its vivid descriptions, engaging characters, and thought-provoking themes.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.