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Tales and Customs of the Ancient Hebrews

by Herbst, Eva

Illustrated by Hebst, Milton

An engaging account of the way the ancient Hebrews lived, through the story of David, the shepherd boy. In clear and simple prose, presents details of the clothing they constructed, the tents they built, the food they harvested, and the music they enjoyed. Additional information about their lives is shared through the stories of Moses, Ruth, and Joseph, that are told to David. The book concludes with David's encounter with Goliath and his friendship with Jonathan.

Publication Date
1903
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Reading level
Upper Elementary
Content warning
None

Book tags

Subject
History
Religion
Judaism

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