Cheating the Gallows is a novel by Israel Zangwill, first published in 1892. It tells the story of a young Jewish man, David, who is falsely accused of a crime he did not commit. He is sentenced to death, but manages to escape from prison and flee to London. In London, David meets a variety of characters, including a Jewish philanthropist, a Jewish pickpocket, and a Jewish prostitute. He also meets a young woman, Rachel, who helps him to hide from the police. As the story progresses, David and Rachel fall in love, and David begins to question his own identity and beliefs. The novel is a powerful exploration of the themes of identity, justice, and morality. It is also a vivid portrait of the Jewish community in London in the late 19th century.
By Israel Zangwill · First published 1893 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Mystery, Thriller · 7 chapters