The Vale of Cedars and Other Tales

The Vale of Cedars and Other Tales is a collection of stories written by Grace Aguilar, a 19th-century British-Jewish author. The book contains six tales that explore themes of faith, love, and perseverance. The title story, The Vale of Cedars, is a historical romance set in medieval Spain, where a Jewish girl named Eva falls in love with a Christian knight named Don Isaac. The story follows their struggles to be together despite religious and societal barriers.The other stories in the collection include The Escape, which tells the story of a Jewish family's escape from persecution in Spain during the Inquisition; The Two Brothers, a tale of sibling rivalry and redemption; The Jewish Heroine, which explores the bravery of a Jewish woman during the Crusades; The Perez Family, a story of family loyalty and sacrifice; and The Days of Bruce, a historical romance set in Scotland during the reign of Robert the Bruce.Throughout the book, Aguilar weaves together Jewish history and tradition with universal themes of love, family, and courage. Her stories offer a glimpse into the lives of Jewish communities throughout history and celebrate the resilience and strength of the Jewish people. The Vale of Cedars and Other Tales is a timeless collection that continues to captivate readers with its rich storytelling and powerful messages.1850. Illustrated by T. H. Robinson. In the Vale of Cedars Aguilar created a heroine who resisted attempts to convert to Christianity despite the pressure applied by the Inquisition. Her use of the Inquisition also delved into the traditions passed down to Aguilar as part of her faith. In addition to this story, the volume contains all those stories of Jewish life that were included in Home Scenes and Heart Studies. Contents: The Vale of Cedars; or, The Martyr; The Perez Family; Amete and Yafeh; The Fugitive; The Edict; The Escape; Helon; The Spirit's Entreaty; The Spirit of Night; and The Triumph of Love.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.