In The Country Of Jesus (1897)

By Matilde Serao

Book Overview

In The Country Of Jesus is a novel written by Italian author Matilde Serao and was first published in 1897. The book tells the story of a young woman named Maria who leaves her hometown in Italy to travel to Jerusalem in search of her true identity and purpose in life. Maria is intrigued by the stories of Jesus and the Holy Land, and hopes to find answers to her questions by immersing herself in the culture and history of the region.As she journeys through the country, Maria encounters a variety of characters, each with their own unique perspectives on religion and spirituality. She meets a group of nuns who are dedicated to caring for the sick and poor, a wealthy businessman who has lost his faith, and a group of pilgrims who are traveling to Jerusalem to fulfill their religious obligations.Throughout her travels, Maria struggles with her own beliefs and doubts, and begins to question the role of religion in her life. She is also forced to confront the harsh realities of life in the Holy Land, including poverty, disease, and political conflict.In The Country Of Jesus is a thought-provoking and insightful novel that explores themes of faith, identity, and the human experience. Serao's vivid descriptions of the Holy Land and its people bring the story to life, and her nuanced portrayal of Maria's journey is both engaging and emotionally resonant. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of religion and culture, and the power of self-discovery.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: 054872606X
• ISBN13: 9780548726068
• Release Date: November 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"