Judaea Capta by Charlotte Elizabeth

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1849. Baker & Scribner.

The story is set in the first century AD and follows the life of a young Jewish woman named Miriam, who lives in Jerusalem during the Roman occupation. Miriam is forced to confront the harsh reality of life under Roman rule as she witnesses the destruction of her city and the enslavement of her people. She is taken captive by the Roman army and sold into slavery, where she must navigate the dangerous and unpredictable world of her new life. Along the way, she meets a Roman soldier named Marcus, who becomes her unlikely ally and helps her to survive in a world that is hostile to her people. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and survival in the face of overwhelming adversity, and provides a vivid and compelling portrait of life in ancient Judaea

Light foxing to interior. Mild scuffing to boards. Leather bound. Edge-wear, corners rubbed and bumped. Gilt lettering and design on spine. Signature cut out from top of title page .25in x 2in. Some damp stains to top of pages, not covering text. In good condition with expected wear for age.