Publisher's Synopsis
The Death of Abel is a poetic work written by Salomon Gessner and translated into blank verse by an unknown author in 1840. The poem is based on the biblical story of Cain and Abel, focusing on the tragic death of Abel at the hands of his jealous brother. The poem begins with a description of the peaceful life that Abel and Cain lead as they tend to their flocks and crops. However, Cain's envy of his brother's success and favor with God leads him to commit the ultimate act of violence, killing Abel in a fit of rage. The Death of Abel explores themes of jealousy, sibling rivalry, and the consequences of sin. It also offers a reflection on the nature of God's justice and the fragility of human life. Gessner's poetic style is characterized by its simplicity and naturalism, and the anonymous translator's use of blank verse adds a sense of gravity and solemnity to the work. Overall, The Death of Abel is a powerful and thought-provoking retelling of a timeless biblical story.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.
