The novel explores the concept of chosen peoples and their relationship with the divine. It follows a group of Jewish immigrants to England who struggle to maintain their cultural identity in a predominantly Christian society. The story delves into themes of assimilation, faith, and the tension between tradition and modernity. Through the characters' experiences, the novel examines the complexities of being a chosen people and the consequences of this designation.
By Israel Zangwill · First published 1917 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Cultural Commentary, Philosophical · 8 chapters