The Slave

Name: The Slave
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780141197623
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By Isaac Bashevis Singer

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

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The Slave by Isaac Bashevis Singer is a poignant tale set in the 17th century, exploring the life of Jacob, a Jewish man who is captured during the Chmielnicki massacres and sold into slavery in Poland. The narrative delves into themes of faith, love, and identity as Jacob navigates his struggles and secrets, forming a forbidden connection that challenges societal norms and his own beliefs. The book intricately depicts cultural and historical contexts, painting a vivid picture of the era and its tumultuous events.
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If you enjoy historical fiction that delves into complex themes of love, faith, and freedom, this book may captivate you. Set in the 17th century, it explores the profound struggles and enduring spirit of an individual grappling with the bonds of servitude amidst a backdrop of cultural and religious tensions. You might appreciate the deep character development and the intricate exploration of human resilience in the face of adversity.

The Slave

Jacob, a Jewish slave held in a mountain village after escaping a massacre by Cossacks, will be killed if he tries to escape. The one saving grace is his love for his master's daughter, Wanda. They begin a secret affair, trying to avoid the cruelty of the other villagers, until one day Jacob's fortunes unexpectedly change.

A richly compelling tale of folklore and witchcraft from this modern master, new to Penguin Modern Classics

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A richly compelling tale of folklore and witchcraft from this modern master, new to Penguin Modern Classics.

Now he must choose between his need to be with his people and his love for Wanda, who in turn will also discover the meaning of brutality.

In The Slave, published in 1962, Isaac Bashevis Singer creates a dreamlike portrayal of isolation, rejection, love, and the meaning of sacrifice.

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

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The Slave by Isaac Bashevis Singer is praised for its radiant beauty and prophetic insight. Reviewers commend its storytelling style, likening it to a timeless folktale. The novel captures the intense love of simple, nature-bound people with a beautiful and tragic narrative enriched by wisdom gained through hardship.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141197623

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 May 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 179g

Pages: 240

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Fiction General Fiction Isaac Bashevis Singer Literary Fiction Penguin Books Penguin Classics Series: Penguin Modern Classics

About the Author

Isaac Bashevis Singer (1904--91) was the author of many novels, stories, children's books, and a memoir. He won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1978.