Satan Mekatrig by Israel Zangwill
The novel revolves around the life of a Jewish intellectual who becomes disillusioned with his faith and society after witnessing the hypocrisy and corruption within the community. He begins to question the existence of God and eventually rejects traditional Judaism, embracing instead a more rational and secular worldview. This transformation sparks controversy among his family and friends, leading to a series of conflicts that challenge his relationships and sense of identity.
By Israel Zangwill · First published 1891 · Genre: Fantasy, Satire, Religious Fiction · 15,958 words
First lines
"_Suffer not the evil imagination to have dominion over us. deliver me from the destructive Satan._" -- Morning Prayer.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Israel Zangwill
- Date: 1891 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Satire, Religious Fiction, Philosophical Fiction, Drama
- Length: 15,958 words
- Structure: 1 section, 231 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The narrative involves supernatural elements and mythical beings, central to the plot.
- Satire — The story uses humor and irony to critique societal norms and human behavior.
- Religious Fiction — Themes and characters are deeply rooted in religious texts and interpretations.
- Philosophical Fiction — Explores existential questions and moral dilemmas through its characters and plot.
Tags
Fantasy · Adventure · Romance · Historical Fiction · Philosophy · Mystery · Supernatural · Fiction · Literary Fiction · Social Commentary · Psychological Insight · Cultural Critique