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For the Temple by G.A. Henty

For the Temple

G.A. Henty

Start Publishing LLC · Print & ebook · December 28, 2012

A Historical Fiction pick for readers exploring For the Temple.

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Who it’s for
A sustained read for anyone drawn to ancient upheaval and the contest over Jerusalem.
Genres
Ancient Historical Fiction, Jewish Fiction, Historical Fiction
Published
Start Publishing LLC, December 28, 2012

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About this book

For the Temple, A Tale of the Fall of Jerusalem by G.A. Henty tells the story of the the first century Jewish revolt. Revolting against imperial rule, there is a struggle for control of the city of Jerusalem. Meanwhile, the Romans are moving quickly to crush the rebellion.

History in Upheaval

A sustained read for anyone drawn to ancient upheaval and the contest over Jerusalem.

Come here for

  • Ancient history shaped by revolt and a struggle for Jerusalem
  • A serious historical adventure set against Roman imperial power

Expect

  • A first-century Jewish revolt as the central historical frame
  • Roman forces moving to crush the rebellion

Where it sits

Ancient Historical Fiction80%
Jewish Fiction75%
Historical Fiction40%

Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.

Publisher categories

  • Historical Fiction
  • Romance
Authors
G.A. Henty
Publisher
Start Publishing LLC
Published
December 28, 2012
Format
Print & ebook
Reading lane
Historical Fiction