Rebecca of Salerno: A Novel of Rogue Crusaders, a Jewish Female Physician, and a

Description: Rebecca of Salerno by Esther Erman After fleeing England and her ill-fated love for the Christian knight Ivanhoe, the Jewess Rebecca builds a new life as a physician in thirteenth-century Salerno. When a rabbi is falsely accused of murdering a crusader, she throws herself into pursuing justice and protecting the Jewish community. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book continues the story of Rebecca from Walter Scotts 1820 novel Ivanhoe. TheIvanhoebackstory:Jewish women in medieval England do not fall in love with Christian knights like Ivanhoe. Neither do they heal knights from battle wounds. But Rebecca does both-and nearly pays with her life. Rescued by Ivanhoe from being burnt at the stake as a sorceress, she flees from England and the man she loves. Rebecca of Salerno: In Salerno, Kingdom of Sicily, Rebecca pursues her dreams by attending medical school. Practicing her profession, she defies family pressure to marry Rafael, the man who loves her. But more pressing is the conquest of Sicily by the Hohenstaufens and the arrival of rogue crusaders, both of which threaten Salernos long-standing atmosphere of tolerance. When a rabbi is falsely accused of murdering a crusader, Rebecca and Rafael commit to pursuing justice and protecting the Jewish community.This story provides fascinating history, as of the medical school in Salerno, where women and men-Christians, Muslims, and Jews-studied together. It also exemplifies the recurring Jewish experience of persecution, search for refuge, and resilience to remake lives.Rebecca struggles to balance community expectations and traditions with her desire for fulfillment-one of the great challenges facing women throughout the ages. Author Biography Like her heroine, Rebecca, Esther Erman was a refugee. A naturalized citizen, she early on developed a passion for language, which led to her earning a doctorate in language education, writing her dissertation about the Yiddish language, and working with international students on many levels. A multi-published author, Esther now lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband. When theyre not traveling—especially to be with family in other parts of the US and in England—she loves to bake, quilt, and add to her monumental book collection. Review "Esther Ermans meticulously researched novel of Jewish life in the Middle Ages brings the fragility of Jewish existence to life. The reader discovers a strong, brave woman who, while pursuing a path to become a healer in the face of great odds, holds on tenaciously to basic Jewish values like the pursuit of justice. . . . a compelling story."—Rabbi Sheldon Lewis author of Torah of Reconciliation and Letters Home: A Jewish Chaplains Vietnam Memoir"With grace and verve, Esther Erman revives the character of Rebecca, bringing that valiant and resourceful heroine to Salerno . . . [hoping] to leave her memories of England behind. However, she once again learns how expendable her fellow Jews are when faced with antisemitic sentiment."—Michelle Cameron, author of The Fruit of Her Hands and Beyond the Ghetto Gates"A rich historical tapestry rife with fascinating characters and an intriguing, page-turning story. Readers will be dazzled by the descriptions of life in medieval Salerno and fall in love with the smart, passionate Rebecca in this satisfying mystery."—Hannah Jayne, author of Truly, Madly, Deadly and The Girl in the Headlines"Erman deftly weaves a wealth of historical detail into a gripping, fast-paced tale of vengeance, love, and healing . . . very much a novel for our time. Ermans masterful achievement left me feeling moved and inspired." —Juliet Shields, professor and author of Nation and Migration ". . . a superb work of historical fiction. It is everything the genre begs for: romance, intrigue, and a captivating mystery. Set at the end of the 12th century and the dawning of the 13th. . . a lively picture of life for Jews, especially Jewish women, in much of Southern Europe, including colorful and historically accurate descriptions of clothing and food preparation. . . not only an enjoyable read, it is a history lesson for Jews and gentiles alike."—Sara Zeff Geber, PhD, author and freelance columnist ". . . a compelling story of a passionate Jewish heroine solving a murder mystery in the brutal setting of the Crusades. The depth of her knowledge of the customs and language of this period is unsur- passed. A book to be read with relish by lovers of historical fiction."—Neil Kaplan, author of Acquiring Polish Citizenship by Descent"Meticulously researched and populated with a cast of engaging characters . . . Rebecca must pit her intelligence and resourcefulness against the forces of anti-Semitism and misogyny to solve a murder. This historical novel boasts witty dialogue, a fast pace, and an ingenious plot." —Roberta Rich, author of The Midwife of Venice, The Harem Midwife, and A Trial in Venice Long Description This book continues the story of Rebecca from Walter Scotts 1820 novel Ivanhoe . The Ivanhoe backstory : Jewish women in medieval England do not fall in love with Christian knights like Ivanhoe. Neither do they heal knights from battle wounds. But Rebecca does both--and nearly pays with her life. Rescued by Ivanhoe from being burnt at the stake as a sorceress, she flees from England and the man she loves. Rebecca of Salerno : In Salerno, Kingdom of Sicily, Rebecca pursues her dreams by attending medical school. Practicing her profession, she defies family pressure to marry Rafael, the man who loves her. But more pressing is the conquest of Sicily by the Hohenstaufens and the arrival of rogue crusaders, both of which threaten Salernos long-standing atmosphere of tolerance. When a rabbi is falsely accused of murdering a crusader, Rebecca and Rafael commit to pursuing justice and protecting the Jewish community. This story provides fascinating history, as of the medical school in Salerno, where women and men--Christians, Muslims, and Jews--studied together. It also exemplifies the recurring Jewish experience of persecution, search for refuge, and resilience to remake lives. Rebecca struggles to balance community expectations and traditions with her desire for fulfillment--one of the great challenges facing women throughout the ages. Review Quote "Erman deftly weaves a wealth of historical detail into a gripping, fast-paced tale of vengeance, love, and healing . . . very much a novel for our time. Ermans masterful achievement left me feeling moved and inspired." --Juliet Shields, professor and author of Nation and Migration Description for Sales People --For readers who liked . . . Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott; the Rashis Daughters series by Maggie Anton; the Catherine LeVendeur Mysteries by Sharan Newman; and the Mistress of the Art of Death series by Ariana Franklin [and Samantha Norman]. --Timely: The increasing hostility to minorities of some members of society and the complexity of dealing with these tensions and acts of violence is a constant in the current news. --Huge target market: This book is of special interest to Jewish readers and to fans of historical fiction and mysteries. Details ISBN1647422477 Author Esther Erman Short Title Rebecca of Salerno Publisher She Writes Press Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 1647422477 ISBN-13 9781647422479 Format Paperback Subtitle A Novel of Rogue Crusaders, a Jewish Female Physician, and a Murder Imprint She Writes Press Country of Publication United States Pages 264 Publication Date 2022-09-15 NZ Release Date 2022-09-15 US Release Date 2022-09-15 UK Release Date 2022-09-15 DEWEY 813.6 Audience General AU Release Date 2022-11-07 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161309280;

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