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Ellie, a young American photojournalist, becomes caught up in Middle Eastern politics in 1947 Israel.Tags
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While I found this book to be difficult to really get into, it started to greatly pick up about 2/3 of the way through. I good story about finding oneself and refusing to let others tell you who you can and can not be. Along with guidance from God and some very good friends, our main character is able to discover just exactly what she believes in and what she is truly capable of achieving.
Takes a while to get going, and rather political; based in 1947, in Palestine around the time when Israel became a nation. Violent in places, and a bit biased, though mostly well researched - but overall a good story, which became much more interesting after the early chapters.
Three and a half stars, really.
Three and a half stars, really.
A historical fiction set in Palestine before the British pulled out right after the second world war. The books main character is a young American photographer that gets involved with the pursuit of the Dead Sea scrolls and Haganah. As this is a Christian themed book, it also follows a little of her growth in Christianity. I enjoyed the book for the most part except a couple parts that delved pretty heavy into theology. There is a lot of excitement and adventure to make up for that though. It does seem to be fairly historically accurate except for the activities of the main characters, which I like in a historical fiction.
I read this book over 10 years ago but as this is the 50th anniversary of Israel becoming a country this month, it's always good to go back and reread the entire Zion series. I'm fully aware that these books are heavily slanted towards the Jewish point of view and I'm sure there have been ways that I've neglected the full truth of the situation due to these compelling novels. Still, before Bodie Thoene, I knew nothing about Israel so I'm grateful for the chance to have my eyes opened. Check out three series!
This book takes you through the period in time known as the Palestine Partition 1947-1948. It is through the eyes of a few characters that the story is heard each with their own motives, dreams, fears and effects of the partition. While it does touch at times on the actual history, it more deals with the fictional lives of the main characters. Some of them are Jewish, but some are not. The plot, however, is the same for all. A series book this is the 1st.
Very well-written and researched book. I knew when reading it that this was a fiction book, but the characters were so ALIVE to me that it felt as if I was reading of ACTUAL people in history. Amazing how the author spun history and romance together. At the end of this book I was Like show more WOW, I just read a book where I learned about something that in school was taught so drab and dry I never learned or retained it, but with this book, it was taught in such a way it was enlightening. My heart goes to the Jewish community for all the many centuries of persecution. Well Done!! I will definitely read the rest of the series. show less
Very well-written and researched book. I knew when reading it that this was a fiction book, but the characters were so ALIVE to me that it felt as if I was reading of ACTUAL people in history. Amazing how the author spun history and romance together. At the end of this book I was Like show more WOW, I just read a book where I learned about something that in school was taught so drab and dry I never learned or retained it, but with this book, it was taught in such a way it was enlightening. My heart goes to the Jewish community for all the many centuries of persecution. Well Done!! I will definitely read the rest of the series. show less
I read this book over 10 years ago but as this is the 50th anniversary of Israel becoming a country this month, it's always good to go back and reread the entire Zion series. I'm fully aware that these books are heavily slanted towards the Jewish point of view and I'm sure there have been ways that I've neglected the full truth of the situation due to these compelling novels. Still, before Bodie Thoene, I knew nothing about Israel so I'm grateful for the chance to have my eyes opened. Check out three series!
NO OF PAGES: 368 SUB CAT I: Historic Fiction SUB CAT II: Israel SUB CAT III: DESCRIPTION: This first book in The Zion Chronicles vividly portrays the intense struggle of the Jewish people in the aftermath of the Holocaust and the forces, within and without, which engulf the Middle East in conflict and controversy even today.NOTES: Donated by Mike Merryman. SUBTITLE: Book 1 of the Zion Chronicles
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Bodie Thoene, has a Ph.D. in creative writing, & with Brock Thoene, is the author of thirty-three novels that include the best-selling series "The Zion Chronicles" & "The Zion Covenant." Together they have won eight Evangelical Christian Publishers Gold Medallion awards. The Thoenes live in Nevada & London, England. (Publisher Provided) With more show more than two dozen novels carrying the byline of Bodie Theone or Brock and Bodie Thoene (pronounced Tay-nee), with more than six million copies in print, and with eight Evangelical Christian Publishers Association Gold Medallion awards, for over a decade this husband-and-wife writing team has captivated the hearts and illuminated the minds of their enthusiastic readers. The Thoenes have earned Ph.D.'s in creative writing and in history. Bodie's storytelling gifts are supported by Brock's careful research and historical perspective. The resulting novels both inspire and educate, broadening readers' awareness of understanding important slices of history. Their critically acclaimed collaborations will stand as the benchmark in their category for years to come. The Zion Covenant series comprises six novels covering events in Europe leading up to World War II; the five books in The Zion Chronicles describe the events surrounding Israel's statehood in 1948; the three books of The Shiloh Legacy provide an American perspective on the war. The Thoenes made their home in Glenbrook, Nevada, but traveled frequently as they researched historical and geographical settings for their novels. They had three grown children and enjoyed grandparenting. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
Brock Thoene, has a Ph.D. in history, & with Bodie Thoene, is the author of thirty-three novels that include the best-selling series "The Zion Chronicles" & "The Zion Covenant." Together they have won eight Evangelical Christian Publishers Gold Medallion awards. The Thoenes live in Nevada & London, England. (Publisher Provided) With more than two show more dozen novels carrying the byline of Bodie Theone or Brock and Bodie Thoene (pronounced Tay-nee), with more than six million copies in print, and with eight Evangelical Christian Publishers Association Gold Medallion awards, for over a decade this husband-and-wife writing team has captivated the hearts and illuminated the minds of their enthusiastic readers. The Thoenes have earned Ph.D.'s in creative writing and in history. Bodie's storytelling gifts are supported by Brock's careful research and historical perspective. The resulting novels both inspire and educate, broadening readers' awareness of understanding important slices of history. Their critically acclaimed collaborations will stand as the benchmark in their category for years to come. The Zion Covenant series comprises six novels covering events in Europe leading up to World War II; the five books in The Zion Chronicles describe the events surrounding Israel's statehood in 1948; the three books of The Shiloh Legacy provide an American perspective on the war. The Thoenes made their home in Glenbrook, Nevada, but traveled frequently as they researched historical and geographical settings for their novels. They had three grown children and enjoyed grandparenting. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
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- Canonical title
- The Gates of Zion
- Original title
- The Gates of Zion
- Original publication date
- 1986
- People/Characters
- Ellie Warne; Miriam; Howard Moniger; Moshe Sachar; Yacov Lebowitz; Rabbi Lebowitz (show all 9); Shaul; Rachel Lubetkin; David Meyer
- Important places
- Israel; Bethlehem (Luke 2:4-7); Jerusalem
- Important events
- Palestine Partition 1947-1948
- Epigraph
- "I know that God promised all of Palestine to the children of Israel. I do not know what borders He set. I believe they are wider than the ones proposed. If God will keep His promise in His own time, our business as poor huma... (show all)ns who live in a difficult age is to save as much as we can of the remnants of Israel.." David Ben-Gurion, 1947
- Dedication
- This story is for mama, Bettie Rachel Turner, who also happens to be my best friend.
because she believed the promises first among us all.
"The Lord loveth the gates of Zion...." Psalm 87:2 - First words
- Pale smoke from the oil lamp curled to the ceiling and hung suspended in the corners of the small stone room. (Prologue)
"Antikas! Antikas!" the old Bedouin shepherd shouted as Ellie Warne entered the mahogany-paneled study of her uncle's home. - Last words
- (Click to show. Warning: May contain spoilers.)"Merry Christmas," she said as she opened her little gift and read the promise.
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- Amerikanisch
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