Joel: A Boy of Galilee

Name: Joel: A Boy of Galilee
Author: Annie Fellows Johnston

The story revolves around a young boy who lives in Galilee during the Roman occupation. He witnesses the brutal treatment of his people by the Romans and is deeply affected by it. The boy's family is poor, but they are proud of their heritage and traditions. As the boy grows older, he becomes increasingly aware of the injustices perpetrated against his people. He begins to question the authority of the Roman Empire and starts to see the value in resisting oppression. The story explores themes of identity, community, and resistance in the face of overwhelming power.

By Annie Fellows Johnston · First published 1935 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Religious Literature, Children's Fiction · 19 chapters · 68,942 words

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IT was market day in Capernaum. Country people were coming in from the little villages among the hills of Galilee, with fresh butter and eggs. Fishermen held out great strings of shining perch and carp, just dipped up from the lake beside the town. Vine-dressers piled their baskets with tempting grapes, and boys lazily brushed the flies from the dishes of wild honey, that they had gone into the country before day-break to find.

A ten-year-old girl pushed her way through the crowded market-place, carrying her baby brother in her arms, and scolding another child, who clung to her skirts.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Annie Fellows Johnston
Date: 1935 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Religious Literature, Children's Fiction, Adventure
Length: 68,942 words
Structure: 19 chapters, 1,314 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Historical Fiction — The book chronicles the story of a young boy living in Galilee during the time of Christ
Religious Literature — It features biblical characters and settings, and it highlights the teachings of Christ
Children's Fiction — It is written with a language and themes that are suitable for young readers
Adventure — The protagonist undertakes a journey that is full of adventure