Felix Moses, the Beloved Jew of Stringtown on the Pike (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169787162)

""Felix Moses, the Beloved Jew of Stringtown on the Pike"" is a novel written by John Uri Lloyd. The book tells the story of Felix Moses, a Jewish merchant who lives in the fictional town of Stringtown on the Pike in Kentucky. Felix is a beloved member of the community, known for his kindness and generosity. The novel explores Felix's relationships with the other residents of Stringtown, as well as his struggles with anti-Semitism and his efforts to maintain his Jewish identity in a predominantly Christian community. The book also delves into the history and culture of the Jewish people, as well as the challenges they faced in the American South during the late 19th century. Overall, ""Felix Moses, the Beloved Jew of Stringtown on the Pike"" is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel that offers a unique perspective on American history and culture.1930. From the author of Etidorhpa. Pages from the life experiences of a unique character, a man whose romantic record challenges imagination. Stringtown in folklore is Florence in fact. It is a hamlet in Boone County, Kentucky, on the ridge that lies between the Licking and Kentucky Rivers. The unique thing about Stringtown is that there are people living there who remember the originals from whom Mr. Lloyd has drawn his characters. The inhabitants have taken a vast pride in this book, and the best tribute to the author was when he heard the praises of the admiring townspeople. This is a story of real life, knitted with the strong threads of actual occurrences.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.

Author: John Uri Lloyd
ISBN-10: 1169787169
ISBN-13: 9781169787162
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 426
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.79lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.94d