Publisher's Synopsis
The Book of Legends, Tales from the Talmud and Midrash: Part II Biblical Period is a collection of Jewish folklore and legends compiled by Hyman E. Goldin. This book is the second part of a two-part series that focuses on the biblical period of Jewish history. The book is divided into chapters that cover various stories and teachings from the Talmud and Midrash. These stories are meant to provide insight into Jewish culture and history, as well as offer moral lessons and spiritual guidance. The tales are presented in a narrative format, with characters and dialogue that bring the stories to life. Some of the stories included in this book are familiar to many readers, such as the story of Cain and Abel, Noah and the flood, and Abraham's sacrifice of Isaac. Other stories are lesser-known but equally fascinating, such as the tale of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba, and the story of the prophet Elijah and the widow of Zarephath. Throughout the book, Goldin provides commentary and analysis to help readers understand the meaning and significance of each story. He also includes references to the original sources of these tales, so readers can explore them further if they wish. Overall, The Book of Legends, Tales from the Talmud and Midrash: Part II Biblical Period is a rich and engaging collection of Jewish folklore and legends that will appeal to anyone interested in Jewish history, culture, and spirituality.In Three Volumes.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.
