Publisher's Synopsis
The best selling title by Shlomo Kalo, one of the most prolific and outstanding writers in Israel.
An extraordinary novel with its vivid descriptions, unique linguistic style and unconventional approach to its theme - the theme of love. Based on the Biblical story of Daniel, it is a living epic, full of drama and fascination, with characters, relationships, places and events - transcending definition and transcending time.
"A very impressive novel, both in terms of the writing and the subject-matter." "Juliette Mitchell, Penguin UK."
..".I received a book as a present. It was Shlomo Kalo's 'The Chosen'. I read this master-piece just as slowly as I could, hoping I would never finish it. The book which is based on the Biblical book of Daniel deals with love: A love of a human being to another human being, of a man to a woman and mainly, with the love of God who is Love." "Yimna Galore, Maariv, Israel."
"It is indeed an epic-like novel filled with drama and passion. Mr. Kalo weaves together the political, personal and spiritual with great skill." "G. Glijansky, HarperCollins, US."
..".well written and extremely engaging." "K. Shumate, Harvest House, US."
Shlomo Kalo is a unique thinker and a very well known Israeli writer. Some of his 80 published fiction and nonfiction titles, written in a variety of genres and themes, have appeared in 16 countries. "The Chosen" is considered the peak of his literary creation.
