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Deborah: A tale of the times of Judas Maccabaeus

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A historical tale set during the reign of Antiochus Epiphanes and the rise of Judas Maccabaeus follows a young woman whose personal journey becomes entwined with wider political and military upheaval. The narrative moves between sumptuous court pageantry and harsh battlefields, presenting sieges, raids, trials, and diplomatic intrigue. Interpersonal ties—romance, rivalry, loyalty, and betrayal—complicate allegiances, and the protagonist’s growth illuminates questions of faith, identity, and the price of liberty. Episodic chapters combine dramatic action with moments of introspection to create a vivid panorama of conflict and moral testing.

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Title: Deborah: A tale of the times of Judas Maccabaeus

Author: James M. Ludlow

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DEBORAH

A TALE OF THE TIMES
of
JUDAS MACCABAEUS
by
JAMES M. LUDLOW

AUTHOR OF
THE CAPTAIN OF THE JANIZARIES

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