Joseph (1824)

""Joseph"" is a historical novel written by Paul Jeremie Bitaube and originally published in 1824. The book tells the story of Joseph, a biblical figure who is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and eventually rises to become a powerful leader in Egypt. Bitaube's novel follows Joseph's journey from his childhood in Canaan to his time as a slave in Egypt, his imprisonment for a crime he did not commit, and his eventual rise to power as the Pharaoh's right-hand man. Along the way, Joseph must navigate complex political and personal relationships, including his fraught relationship with his brothers and his love for his wife, Asenath. Through Joseph's story, Bitaube explores themes of family, betrayal, redemption, and the power of faith. ""Joseph"" is a classic work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on one of the most famous stories in the Bible.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.