Songs Of The Covenant: A Tale Of London Jewry (1900)

By Samuel Gordon

Book Overview

Songs of the Covenant: A Tale of London Jewry is a novel written by Samuel Gordon and published in 1900. The story is set in the Jewish community of London during the late 19th century and follows the lives of several characters as they navigate the challenges of being Jewish in a predominantly Christian society. The central character is a young man named Isaac, who is torn between his love for a Christian woman and his loyalty to his Jewish faith and community. The novel explores themes of identity, assimilation, and the tension between tradition and modernity. Through the experiences of its characters, the book sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of London's Jewish community during a time of great change and upheaval. The title of the book refers to the covenant between God and the Jewish people, which is a central tenet of Jewish faith and identity. Overall, Songs of the Covenant is a poignant and insightful portrayal of the Jewish experience in London at the turn of the 20th century.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: 1163990647
• ISBN13: 9781163990643
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 520 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"