The Life of Flavius Josephus by Flavius Josephus
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"The Life of Flavius Josephus" by Flavius Josephus is a historical account likely written in the late 1st century AD, giving an autobiographical insight into the author's life experiences and the historical backdrop of the Jewish-Roman conflict during that era. The narrative focuses on Josephus's noble lineage, his development as a leader, and the political turbulence surrounding the Jewish revolt against Roman authority, highlighting his complex relationships with various factions and key
individuals. The opening of the work details Josephus’s rich genealogy, indicating his prestigious lineage linked to both the priestly and royal families of Israel. He recounts his early life, including his dedication to learning and his initial pursuits among different sects, eventually leading him to become a leader in the tumultuous period of the Jewish War. Josephus describes several attempts to prevent conflict, his evolving role within the various factions, and the challenges he faced from rivals seeking to undermine him. A notable incident involves Josephus's escape from an assassination plot, illustrating the precarious nature of his position amid the brewing revolt. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Josephus, Flavius, 38?-100? |
|---|---|
| Translator | Whiston, William, 1667-1752 |
| Title | The Life of Flavius Josephus |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Life_of_Flavius_Josephus |
| Credits | Produced by David Reed, and David Widger |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CT: History: Biography |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Autobiographies |
| Subject | Jews -- History -- Rebellion, 66-73 |
| Subject | Rome -- History -- Empire, 30 B.C.-284 A.D. |
| Subject | Jews -- Biography |
| Subject | Josephus, Flavius |
| Subject | Jewish historians -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 2846 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2001 |
| Last Update | Jan 22, 2013 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 688 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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