Salathiel, The Immortal

Salathiel, The Immortal: A History is a novel written by George Croly and published in 1855. The book follows the life of Salathiel, a Jewish man who is cursed with immortality after he mocks Jesus Christ during his crucifixion. Salathiel is forced to witness the rise and fall of empires, the persecution of his people, and the crucifixion of his own children. Throughout the novel, Salathiel struggles with his immortality and the guilt he feels for his actions towards Jesus. He also encounters various historical figures, including Nero, Napoleon, and Shakespeare. The book is a blend of historical fiction and religious allegory, exploring themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the consequences of one's actions. It is considered a classic of 19th-century literature and has been praised for its vivid descriptions and imaginative storytelling.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.