
JOSHUA
Volume 1.
PREFACE.
CHAPTER II.
CHAPTER III.
CHAPTER IV.
CHAPTER V.
CHAPTER VI.
CHAPTER VII.
CHAPTER VIII.
An ambitious retelling of the Israelite Exodus unfolds as a sweeping historical romance, grounding the biblical saga in the very deserts and ancient cities the Hebrews once traversed. The narrative weaves together vivid descriptions of Goshen, the Sinai plateau, and the political intrigues of Egypt’s royal court, drawing on both scripture and Egyptian records to paint a richly textured backdrop. Readers are invited to experience the tension between a people on the brink of freedom and a kingdom grappling with its own dynastic turmoil.
Beyond the familiar miracles, the story breathes life into the Pharaoh’s realm—showcasing the fragile reign of Menephtah, the conspiracies of Siptah, and the rise of Seti II—while preserving the heartfelt devotion of the wandering tribes. The author’s scholarly care and lyrical prose aim to make the ancient journey feel immediate, offering a fresh perspective that honors both faith and history without sacrificing the romance of adventure.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (119K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Apr 1, 2004
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1837–1898
Best known for the ancient medical manuscript that bears his name, he brought Egyptology to a wide reading public through both scholarship and historical fiction. His novels helped turn the world of ancient Egypt into vivid, accessible storytelling.
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