Publisher's Synopsis
The Shepherd Prince: A Historical Romance of the Days of Isaiah is a novel written by Abraham Mapu and originally published in 1922. The story is set in ancient Israel during the reign of King Hezekiah and revolves around the life of a young shepherd named Amos. Amos is a kind and noble young man who is deeply in love with a beautiful woman named Naomi. However, their love is forbidden by Naomi's father, who wants her to marry a wealthy merchant. Despite the obstacles in their way, Amos and Naomi remain devoted to each other and their love grows stronger with each passing day. Meanwhile, the kingdom of Judah is facing a crisis as the Assyrian army threatens to invade and conquer their land. King Hezekiah seeks the guidance of the prophet Isaiah, who urges the people to turn to God and repent of their sins. As the story unfolds, Amos becomes embroiled in the political and military turmoil of the kingdom, and must fight to protect his loved ones and his people. Along the way, he learns important lessons about faith, courage, and the power of love. The Shepherd Prince is a classic work of historical romance that offers a vivid and engaging portrayal of life in ancient Israel. It is a timeless tale of love, loyalty, and heroism that will captivate readers of all ages.Illustrated By Herbert Deland Williams.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.
