A Novel
by James A. Michener
Recommended by Ben Shapiro
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Recommended by 2 sources and appears in Historical Fiction, Most Recommended Books, and Fiction.
In the grand storytelling style that is his signature, James Michener sweeps us back through time to the very beginnings of the Jewish faith, thousands of years ago. Through the predecessors of four modern men and women, we experience the entire colorful history of the Jews, including the life of the early Hebrews and their persecutions, the impact...
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Recommended by 2 sources and appears in Historical Fiction, Most Recommended Books, and Fiction.
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Ben Shapiro
“Basically a bunch of short stories. But a bunch of them are really, really compelling and interesting. It's a long read but it's an easy read.”
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“This sprawling, detail-rich historical novel follows cathedral builders, nobles, and townspeople across decades, delivering immersive scene-setting and a steady accumulation of plotlines. Its useful part is the sustained attention to craft—architecture, politics, rivalry—that makes the medieval world tangible. The main limitation is repetitive melodrama and swings in pacing: long, satisfying set pieces sit beside stretches that feel slow or contrived. Better read slowly rather than skimmed; readers who stick it out will find payoff in the concluding convergences.”
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