Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""The Genuine Works of Flavius Josephus, the Jewish Historian"" is a comprehensive collection of writings by the renowned Jewish historian, Flavius Josephus. The book contains twenty books of the Jewish Antiquities, seven books of the Jewish War, and the Life of Josephus. The Jewish Antiquities is a historical account of the Jewish people from the creation of the world until the outbreak of the Jewish revolt against Rome in AD 66. It covers the history of the Jewish people, their customs, laws, and traditions. The book also includes descriptions of the rise and fall of various Jewish kingdoms, the reign of Herod the Great, and the life of Jesus Christ.The Jewish War is a detailed account of the Jewish revolt against Rome, which lasted from AD 66 to AD 73. Josephus, who was a commander in the Jewish army, provides a firsthand account of the battles, sieges, and political intrigues that took place during the revolt. He also describes the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem and the subsequent dispersal of the Jewish people.The Life of Josephus is an autobiographical account of Josephus' life, including his early years, his involvement in the Jewish revolt against Rome, and his eventual surrender to the Roman forces. The book also includes Josephus' account of his life in captivity and his eventual release by the Roman emperor Vespasian.Overall, ""The Genuine Works of Flavius Josephus, the Jewish Historian"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Jewish history, the history of the Roman Empire, or the life and times of Flavius Josephus himself.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.
