Review of At Vitoria
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Review of At Vitoria
[Following is a volunteer review of "At Vitoria" by Marcia Riman Selz.]
At Vitoria, written by Marcia Riman Selz, is a remarkable historical work of art that is both educational and entertaining. It is based on actual events. The emotions of love, hatred, grief, shame, dread, and tragedy transport readers to a typical society in history where families were banished following the proclamation of expulsion. The book sheds further light on several topics, including religious fanaticism and the hardships of living in a society that is biased against religion and where certain people must live in constant fear for their lives because they practice a vilified faith.
It tells the tale of how, in response to the expulsion of Jews from Spain in 1492, the Christians of Vitoria, who were appreciative of Jewish doctors for saving lives, swore an oath to maintain the Jewish cemetery. This pledge still stirs up strong feelings among Christians and Jews today, over 500 years later. The book delves deeply into the life of the CREVAGOS family, a Jewish family that, having survived acts of anti-Semitism, has learned to face hardship and suffering with joy and hope. Following King Ferdinard's expulsion of Jews from Spain, the twelve men who served as the congregation's leaders settled in France and constructed sizable residences in the more affluent areas of Bayonne. Here, we get to observe them go about their lives with full vigour and passion as they coexist peacefully with their Christian neighbours in Bayonne, France, which helps us feel more realistic about the state of the world today. Readers frequently discover that particular personalities can relate to them.
I adore the way the author gave life to her characters and how they related to real-life problems that people faced. The book has a life-affirming message and is a heartbreaking read that finally leaves the reader feeling warm and fuzzy within. It will make people happy, cry, and feel more proud of humanity. the fact that Vidal was still able to show compassion amid the atrocities of the Inquisition. The Crevados also hold a special place in my heart since they continued to care for Christians even though they were aware that, under different circumstances, they probably wouldn't receive anything in return.
I enjoyed reading the book immensely and have no dislikes for it.
I humbly bestow a perfect 5 out of 5-star rating on Marcia Riman Selz's excellent piece of artwork. I would personally recommend this to anyone studying or interested in Jewish history. This book should probably be picked up by certain people who are interested in history and religion since I think they'll enjoy reading it. Last but not least, I suggest this to anyone who appreciates reading for fun. The book was exceptionally well-edited and error-free.
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At Vitoria
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At Vitoria, written by Marcia Riman Selz, is a remarkable historical work of art that is both educational and entertaining. It is based on actual events. The emotions of love, hatred, grief, shame, dread, and tragedy transport readers to a typical society in history where families were banished following the proclamation of expulsion. The book sheds further light on several topics, including religious fanaticism and the hardships of living in a society that is biased against religion and where certain people must live in constant fear for their lives because they practice a vilified faith.
It tells the tale of how, in response to the expulsion of Jews from Spain in 1492, the Christians of Vitoria, who were appreciative of Jewish doctors for saving lives, swore an oath to maintain the Jewish cemetery. This pledge still stirs up strong feelings among Christians and Jews today, over 500 years later. The book delves deeply into the life of the CREVAGOS family, a Jewish family that, having survived acts of anti-Semitism, has learned to face hardship and suffering with joy and hope. Following King Ferdinard's expulsion of Jews from Spain, the twelve men who served as the congregation's leaders settled in France and constructed sizable residences in the more affluent areas of Bayonne. Here, we get to observe them go about their lives with full vigour and passion as they coexist peacefully with their Christian neighbours in Bayonne, France, which helps us feel more realistic about the state of the world today. Readers frequently discover that particular personalities can relate to them.
I adore the way the author gave life to her characters and how they related to real-life problems that people faced. The book has a life-affirming message and is a heartbreaking read that finally leaves the reader feeling warm and fuzzy within. It will make people happy, cry, and feel more proud of humanity. the fact that Vidal was still able to show compassion amid the atrocities of the Inquisition. The Crevados also hold a special place in my heart since they continued to care for Christians even though they were aware that, under different circumstances, they probably wouldn't receive anything in return.
I enjoyed reading the book immensely and have no dislikes for it.
I humbly bestow a perfect 5 out of 5-star rating on Marcia Riman Selz's excellent piece of artwork. I would personally recommend this to anyone studying or interested in Jewish history. This book should probably be picked up by certain people who are interested in history and religion since I think they'll enjoy reading it. Last but not least, I suggest this to anyone who appreciates reading for fun. The book was exceptionally well-edited and error-free.
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At Vitoria
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