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Pearl-Maiden: A Tale of the Fall of Jerusalem - cover

Pearl-Maiden: A Tale of the Fall of Jerusalem

H. Rider Haggard

Publisher: Good Press

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Summary

Pearl-Maiden explores the story of Miriam, who was born just after the first persecution of the Christians soon after the Crucifixion and Resurrection. Although her parents didn't survive, she became a Christian and an observer of the fall of Jerusalem to Rome. The story's characters are excellently developed, and the twists and turns add to its charms.
Available since: 11/27/2019.
Print length: 317 pages.

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