The Prince Of The Captivity (1902)

""The Prince of the Captivity"" is a historical novel written by Sydney Carlyon Grier and published in 1902. The story is set in the 6th century A.D. and follows the life of a young Jewish prince named Daniel, who is taken captive by the Babylonians and forced to serve in the court of King Nebuchadnezzar. As Daniel grows up in captivity, he becomes a trusted advisor to the king and gains a reputation for his wisdom and intelligence. However, he never forgets his true identity as a prince of Judah and longs for the day when he can return home and reclaim his rightful place as ruler.The novel explores themes of loyalty, identity, and the struggle between personal ambition and duty to one's people. It also provides a vivid portrayal of life in ancient Babylon and the complex political and social dynamics of the time.Overall, ""The Prince of the Captivity"" is a gripping and thought-provoking historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world and the challenges faced by those caught between conflicting loyalties and duties.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.