Jonah In Fact And Fancy (1899)

Jonah In Fact And Fancy is a book written by Edgar James Banks and published in 1899. The book is a fictionalized account of the biblical story of Jonah, who was swallowed by a whale after disobeying God's orders to preach to the city of Nineveh. Banks explores the themes of repentance, forgiveness, and redemption through the character of Jonah, who is portrayed as a flawed and complex individual. The book is divided into two parts: ""Fact"" and ""Fancy."" The first part is a retelling of the biblical story, while the second part is a more imaginative and fantastical interpretation of Jonah's journey. Banks's writing style is descriptive and engaging, and he incorporates elements of humor and satire into the narrative. Overall, Jonah In Fact And Fancy is a thought-provoking and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on a well-known biblical tale.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.