Aaron the Jew: A Novel

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Aaron the Jew: A Novel

by B. L. (Benjamin Leopold) Farjeon

EN·~11 hours·63 chapters

Chapters

63 total
1

Globe.

0:10
2

Speaker.

0:10
3

Guardian.

0:18
4

The Scotsman.

0:23
5

Lady's Pictorial.

0:10
6

Western Morning News.

0:18
7

Jewish Chronicle.

0:14
8

Jewish World.

0:15
9

World.

0:18
10

Liverpool Daily Post.

0:22

Description

Aaron is a man of gentle conviction, whose life is intertwined with the steadfast love of his wife Rachel. Set against the vivid backdrop of a close‑knit Jewish quarter, the novel paints everyday rituals, festive gatherings and the quiet dignity of a community rooted in faith. Through Aaron’s modest yet earnest pursuits, readers glimpse the simple joys and moral compass that guide his world.

When a sudden hardship threatens the stability of their household, Aaron’s resolve is put to the test, calling on the strength of tradition and the support of neighbours. As he navigates personal doubts and external pressures, the story unfolds with sincere sympathy for each character’s hopes and fears. This tender portrait of devotion, honor, and resilience offers a heartfelt glimpse into a life lived with purpose and compassion.

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Language

en

Duration

~11 hours (668K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books (Harvard University)

Release date

2013-06-18

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

B. L. (Benjamin Leopold) Farjeon

B. L. (Benjamin Leopold) Farjeon

1833–1903

A hugely prolific Victorian storyteller, he turned experiences from the Australian goldfields and colonial New Zealand into popular novels full of drama, mystery, and human feeling. His life moved through journalism, printing, and theater as easily as it did through fiction.

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