9780366343478 - Der Golem: Phantasien Und Historien (classic Reprint) by Rudolph Lothar (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, translated from German and set amidst the religiously turbulent 17th century, tells the fictional yet probable story of Sabbatai Zevi, a charismatic Jewish mystic who audaciously proclaimed himself the Messiah. As he amassed followers and ignited a fervent belief in his divinity, his movement gained considerable traction and sparked hope across Jewish communities. However, his audacious aspirations and controversial actions ultimately led to a tragic downfall. At its core, the book explores the profound human need for hope and redemption, examining the complexities of religious fervor and the dangerous allure of charismatic leadership. With a keen eye for historical context and evocative prose, the author provides valuable insights into one of Judaism's most extraordinary chapters. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…