Publisher's Synopsis
Joseph and Zuleika is a novel written by Charles F. Horne. The story is set in ancient Egypt and revolves around the love affair between Joseph, a handsome and virtuous Hebrew slave, and Zuleika, a beautiful and passionate Egyptian princess. Despite the cultural and social differences between them, the two fall deeply in love and embark on a forbidden romance, risking everything to be together.As their love story unfolds, the novel also delves into the political and religious tensions of the time, including the conflict between the Hebrews and the Egyptians, and the struggle for power between different factions within the ruling class. Along the way, Joseph and Zuleika must navigate these dangerous waters, facing betrayal, jealousy, and violence as they fight to stay together.The novel is a gripping tale of love, intrigue, and adventure, set against the backdrop of a fascinating and complex historical era. Horne's writing is vivid and evocative, transporting readers to a distant time and place, and bringing to life the characters and events of this ancient world. Overall, Joseph and Zuleika is a captivating read that will keep readers engaged from beginning to end.THIS 28 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Medieval Persia, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100049.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.
