Description
Olga Tokarczuk's monumental novel, *The Books of Jacob*, is a sweeping historical epic that chronicles the life of Jacob Frank, a charismatic and controversial Jewish mystic who emerged in the 18th century. Spanning vast territories from Poland to Turkey and beyond, the narrative weaves together the stories of a diverse cast of characters—scholars, mystics, merchants, and ordinary people—all drawn into Frank's orbit and his radical reimagining of faith and identity. Through Tokarczuk's masterful prose, the novel explores profound themes of religious upheaval, cultural exchange, the search for belonging, and the enduring power of belief in a world on the cusp of dramatic change. This ambitious work is a testament to the author's profound understanding of history and human nature, offering a rich tapestry of a bygone era.
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paperback
Text Publishing
Published Nov 16, 2021
993 pages
ISBN: 9781922330680
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First Published
2014
Language
pol
Translation
From: pol
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