Manasseh

Manasseh: A Romance of Transylvania is a historical novel written by Maurus Jokai and first published in 1901. The story is set in the 17th century and is centered around the character of Manasseh, a Jewish nobleman who lives in Transylvania. Manasseh is a wealthy and successful merchant, but he faces discrimination and persecution from the ruling Christian aristocracy due to his religion.Despite the challenges he faces, Manasseh is determined to succeed and build a better life for himself and his family. He falls in love with a Christian woman named Maria, but their relationship is forbidden by the strict social norms of the time. Manasseh must navigate the complexities of his society and the prejudices of those around him in order to pursue his love and achieve his goals.Throughout the novel, Jokai explores themes of love, prejudice, and social inequality. He also provides a vivid portrayal of life in Transylvania during the 17th century, with detailed descriptions of the landscape, culture, and customs of the region. Manasseh: A Romance of Transylvania is a timeless tale of love and perseverance that continues to captivate readers today.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.