When a young peasant in sixteenth-century Prague is caught stealing, the lord of the manor sentences him to service in the Jewish ghetto, where he discovers unexpected kindness.

In the 16th century, there was great interest in the kind of magic that is in fact science. But the scientists were ahead of their time. There was no machinery. Da Vinci had already drawn plans for a submarine and an airplane, but it was impossible to have them built. Legends began to grow. Soon it was told, as absolute truth, that a living being had been created out of clay. Was there reason to believe this? Who can say? But one of the most enduring of all these legends was the story that a great rabbi, by the power of his mystic wisdom, had been permitted by God to create a manlike being in order to save the Jews from destruction. This was the Golem. Now Sulamith Ish-Kishor has written an exciting novel, based on this legend, told through the eyes of an orphan boy, Gideon ben Israyel. By a strange series of events, the High Rabbi of the city of Prague entrusts him with an awesome task. Brave, strong, and loyal, Cideon wants to do right. But he makes one fateful mistake.

Blessed Is The Daughter is a book written by Meyer Waxman. The book is a captivating and inspiring memoir that tells the story of a young Jewish girl growing up in a traditional family in Eastern Europe. The story follows the life of the protagonist, who is the daughter of a rabbi. The book is set against the backdrop of the turbulent times in Eastern Europe during the early 20th century, including World War I and the rise of the Soviet Union.Despite the challenges and hardships that she faces, the protagonist remains steadfast in her faith and finds strength in her family and community. She is a model of resilience and perseverance, and her story serves as an inspiration to readers of all ages and backgrounds.The book is beautifully written and is a testament to the power of faith, family, and community. It is a must-read for anyone who is looking for inspiration and guidance on how to navigate the challenges of life with grace and dignity. Whether you are Jewish or not, this book will touch your heart and leave you feeling uplifted and inspired.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.