Judith Of Bethulia: A Tragedy (1904)

By Thomas Bailey Aldrich

Book Overview

Judith of Bethulia is a tragedy written by Thomas Bailey Aldrich and published in 1904. The play is based on the apocryphal Book of Judith, which tells the story of a Jewish widow who saves her people from the invading Assyrian army. In Aldrich's version, Judith is a strong and independent woman who is determined to protect her city and her people from the brutal Assyrian general, Holofernes. She uses her beauty and cunning to infiltrate Holofernes' camp and gain his trust, ultimately leading to his downfall and the salvation of her people. The play explores themes of courage, faith, and the power of individual action in the face of overwhelming odds. It also delves into the complex relationships between men and women, and the ways in which gender roles can be subverted in times of crisis. Overall, Judith of Bethulia is a compelling and thought-provoking tragedy that offers a fresh perspective on a timeless story of heroism and sacrifice.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164154494
• ISBN13: 9781164154495
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 106 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"