The Young Captives: A Story of Judah and Babylon: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Young Captives: A Story of Judah and Babylon is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Jones, Erasmus W. (1817–1909).
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"The Young Captives: A Story of Judah and Babylon" by Erasmus W. Jones is a historical novel likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around the experiences of young captives from Judah during the Babylonian conquest, particularly focusing on a nobleman named Ezrom and his companions as they navigate their new reality in a foreign land. The novel explores themes of identity, heritage, and the struggle to maintain moral integrity in the face of adversity and cultural upheaval. At the start of the story, we are introduced to Ezrom and his friends as they find themselves in a tumultuous situation in Jerusalem, engaging in reckless behavior that nearly leads to their arrest. Following a narrow escape thanks to a loyal guardsman, Ezrom resolves to flee the city, vowing not to bring disgrace to his family. The narrative transitions to show the fall of Jerusalem under King Jehoiakim, juxtaposing past glory with present depravity as the characters grapple with the consequences of their actions. Meanwhile, young noble captives, including Daniel and three others, are transported to Babylon, where they are to be trained in the ways of their captors while maintaining their identity and faith, setting the stage for moral and ethical dilemmas to come.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Young Captives: A Story of Judah and Babylon
- Author credits: Jones, Erasmus W. (1817–1909)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Daniel (Biblical figure) -- Fiction
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- Category: Historical Novels
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