Witness the fall of Jerusalem in G.A. Henty's For the Temple. The Palestinian Revolt, march of the Roman Legions, fall of Jotapata and regin of Titus are described in vivid historical detail based on the works of Josephus. Young JOhn of Gamala and his band of guerilla patriots harass the legions as they join in the defense of Jerusalem. John is unfortunately captured and brought before Titus, who awards him a procuratorship for having previously spared his life, and send him home to enjoy his family life. Set in 70 A.D. in Palestine. 333 pages with map illustration. Hardcover with cloth binding and gold-stamped title.
