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There were, indeed, few scenes which could surpass in tranquil beauty that which Martha, the wife of Simon, was looking upon--the sheet of sparkling water, with its low shores dotted with towns and villages. Down the lake, on the opposite shore, rose the walls and citadel of... Read Full Overview

This tale follows the adventures of John of Gamala during the years of Roman occupation, political infighting, and lawlessness, that resulted in the destruction of the Temple of Jerusalem in AD 70.

For the Temple, A Tale of the Fall of Jerusalem by G.A. Henty tells the story of the the first century Jewish revolt form the perspective of a fictional young Jewish man, John of Gamala. Revolting against imperial rule, various Jewish factions struggle for control of the city... Read Full Overview

"Dreaming, John, as usual? I never saw such a boy. You are always in extremes; either tiring yourself out, or lying half asleep." "I was not half asleep, mother. I was looking at the lake." "I cannot see much to look at, John. It's just as it has been ever since you were born,... Read Full Overview

This tale follows the adventures of John of Gamala during the years of Roman occupation, political infighting, and lawlessness that resulted in the destruction of the Temple in AD 70. It puts the reader at the heart of the conflict between Rome and the greedy political groups... Read Full Overview

The Fall of Jerusalem by G.A. Henty tells the story of the the first century Jewish revolt form the perspective of a fictional young Jewish man, John of Gamala.Revolting against imperial rule, various Jewish factions struggle for control of the city of Jerusalem and its spectacular... Read Full Overview

George Alfred Henty (8 December 1832 - 16 November 1902) was a prolific English novelist and war correspondent. He is best known for his historical adventure stories that were popular in the late 19th century. His works include The Dragon & The Raven (1886), For The Temple... Read Full Overview

This tale follows the adventures of John of Gamala during the years of Roman occupation, political infighting, and lawlessness that resulted in the destruction of the Temple in AD 70. It puts the reader at the heart of the conflict between Rome and the greedy political groups... Read Full Overview

Bring history back to life through Jim Hodges' historically accurate, exciting and edifying audio recordings.

In For the Temple, Mr. Henty tells an exciting story from the record of Josephus. The troubles in the district of Tiberias, the march of the legions,... Read Full Overview

G.A. Henty was a 19th century British novelist known for historical action and adventure books, many of which were best sellers in his day. Even today, classics like The Dragon & The Raven (1886), For The Temple (1888), Under Drake's Flag (1883) and In Freedom's Cause (1885)... Read Full Overview

For the Temple is G. A. Henty's historical adventure novel set during the Jewish revolt against Rome and the destruction of Jerusalem. The story follows John of Gamala, a young Jewish hero drawn into the struggle for his people's survival as Roman power advances... Read Full Overview

For the Jewish people the fall of Jerusalem was a disaster. Following the destruction of the Temple, and their defeat in the second century Bar Kokhba revolt, they became a people without a home. Dispersed all over the world, their religion changed from one based on a central... Read Full Overview

Bring history back to life through Jim Hodges' historically accurate, exciting and edifying audio recordings.

In For the Temple, Mr. Henty tells an exciting story from the record of Josephus. The troubles in the district of Tiberias, the march of the legions,... Read Full Overview

"For the Temple-A Tale of the Fall of Jerusalem" from George Alfred Henty. Prolific English novelist and special correspondent (1832-1902).