The Foolishness Of Solomon (1915)

By R.C. Trevelyan

Book Overview

The Foolishness of Solomon is a book written by R. C. Trevelyan in 1915. The book is a retelling of the biblical story of King Solomon and his wisdom, but with a twist. Instead of being portrayed as a wise and just ruler, Solomon is depicted as a foolish and selfish king who makes terrible decisions that ultimately lead to his downfall.Trevelyan's version of the story explores themes of power, corruption, and the consequences of pride. He paints a vivid picture of a king who is more interested in his own desires than the well-being of his people. Solomon's foolishness is on full display as he makes decisions that harm his subjects and alienate his allies.The book is written in a narrative style that is easy to read and engaging. Trevelyan's prose is descriptive and colorful, bringing the world of ancient Israel to life. The characters are well-developed and the plot is full of twists and turns that keep the reader engaged.Overall, The Foolishness of Solomon is a thought-provoking and entertaining retelling of a classic story. It is a must-read for anyone interested in biblical literature or historical fiction.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164081411
• ISBN13: 9781164081418
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"