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Title: Sulamith: A Romance of Antiquity
Note: Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: David Garcia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Sulamith: A Romance of Antiquity" by A.I. Kuprin is a historical romance written in the early 20th century. The narrative likely explores the legendary love story between King Solomon, a figure renowned for his wisdom and wealth, and a humble maiden named Sulamith. The book is set against the backdrop of ancient Israel, detailing the opulence of Solomon's court while embodying themes of love, desire, and the contrast between power and simplicity. The opening portion of the narrative introduces King Solomon at the height of his rule, illustrating his splendor and the immense construction efforts directed toward the temple and his palace. It highlights Solomon’s relationships with numerous women, yet focuses on his deep affection for Sulamith, a vineyard maiden who captivates his heart. As Solomon first encounters Sulamith, there is a palpable tension of attraction mixed with innocence, as the king is entranced by her beauty and charm. The vivid descriptions of the characters and their surroundings set the stage for a tale that intertwines love, longing, and the complexities of human desire against an ancient historical setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kuprin, A. I. (Aleksandr Ivanovich), 1870-1938
Translator: Guerney, Bernard Guilbert, 1894-1979
EBook No.: 33444
Published: Aug 16, 2010
Downloads: 195
Language: English
Subject: Russian fiction -- Translations into English
Subject: Solomon, King of Israel -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: Sulamith: A Romance of Antiquity
Note: Reading ease score: 76.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: David Garcia and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Sulamith: A Romance of Antiquity" by A.I. Kuprin is a historical romance written in the early 20th century. The narrative likely explores the legendary love story between King Solomon, a figure renowned for his wisdom and wealth, and a humble maiden named Sulamith. The book is set against the backdrop of ancient Israel, detailing the opulence of Solomon's court while embodying themes of love, desire, and the contrast between power and simplicity. The opening portion of the narrative introduces King Solomon at the height of his rule, illustrating his splendor and the immense construction efforts directed toward the temple and his palace. It highlights Solomon’s relationships with numerous women, yet focuses on his deep affection for Sulamith, a vineyard maiden who captivates his heart. As Solomon first encounters Sulamith, there is a palpable tension of attraction mixed with innocence, as the king is entranced by her beauty and charm. The vivid descriptions of the characters and their surroundings set the stage for a tale that intertwines love, longing, and the complexities of human desire against an ancient historical setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kuprin, A. I. (Aleksandr Ivanovich), 1870-1938
Translator: Guerney, Bernard Guilbert, 1894-1979
EBook No.: 33444
Published: Aug 16, 2010
Downloads: 195
Language: English
Subject: Russian fiction -- Translations into English
Subject: Solomon, King of Israel -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.