Publisher's Synopsis
""Shobab: A Tale of Bethesda, A Poem"" is a literary work written by James Amaziah Whitney and published in 1884. This book is a narrative poem that tells the story of Shobab, a young man from the biblical town of Bethesda. Shobab is a shepherd who falls in love with a beautiful young woman named Ruth. However, their love is threatened by the evil intentions of a wealthy and powerful man named Joab. Joab wants to marry Ruth for her beauty and wealth, and will stop at nothing to get what he wants. The story takes place in ancient times and portrays the struggles of the common people against the powerful and corrupt ruling class. Through vivid descriptions and powerful imagery, Whitney paints a picture of a world where love and justice are constantly challenged by greed and injustice. The poem also explores themes of faith, loyalty, and sacrifice, as Shobab and Ruth face numerous trials and tribulations in their quest to be together.Overall, ""Shobab: A Tale of Bethesda, A Poem"" is a compelling literary work that combines elements of romance, adventure, and social commentary. It is a timeless story that continues to resonate with readers today, and is a must-read for anyone interested in poetry, biblical literature, or historical fiction.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.
