Belshazzar's Doom (1887)

Belshazzar's Doom is a historical novel written by Samuel Johnson and first published in 1887. The story is set in ancient Babylon during the reign of King Belshazzar, who is known for his extravagant lifestyle and disregard for the Babylonian gods. Belshazzar is warned by a prophet that his kingdom will be destroyed, but he ignores the warning and continues to live in luxury. Meanwhile, the Persian army is advancing towards Babylon, led by the conqueror Cyrus. The novel follows the lives of several characters, including the prophet, a Jewish slave, and a Babylonian nobleman, as they navigate the political and social upheaval caused by the impending invasion. The novel explores themes of power, faith, and the consequences of ignoring divine warnings. Belshazzar's Doom is a gripping and thought-provoking tale that transports readers to a fascinating period in ancient history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.