Idylls of the Bible by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper

"Idylls of the Bible" by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper is a historical narrative written in the early 20th century. This collection of poetic retellings draws on key Biblical stories and figures, with a focus on themes of faith, liberation, and moral duty. The book seeks to explore the lives and struggles of pivotal characters from the Bible, particularly relating to the experience of the Hebrew people. The narrative portions of "Idylls of the Bible" include dramatic portrayals of notable figures like Moses, drawing from both his royal upbringing and his eventual choice to align with his oppressed people. The text conveys Moses' internal conflict as he navigates his dual identity and ultimately embraces his role as a leader and liberator. Through poetic expression, the book reflects deeply on themes of sacrifice, faith, and the quest for freedom, culminating in the journey of the Israelites from bondage to liberation. Each vignette captures the essence of the characters’ struggles, emphasizing their moral dilemmas and historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Harper, Frances Ellen Watkins, 1825-1911
LoC No. 74193113
Title Idylls of the Bible
Credits Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 72.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Christian poetry, American
Category Text
eBook-No. 74527
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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