"A generally good teaching edition at a reasonable price."Christopher C. Dahl, University of Michigan, Dearborn
"Essential that this remain in print for Victorian culture studies."Linda Shires, Syracuse University"I'm happy that you have made Ruth affordable for classroom use. Ruth illuminates many of the conflicts over 'the fallen woman' as Christian martyr or feminist hero seen in more famous Victorian novels such as Tess and The Scarlet Letter. Your edition is well-edited and readably printed."Dr. Jeanette Shumaker, San Diego State University (Imperial Valley Branch)"OUP is the only publisher of this in paperback. It's a significant book for any Victorian literature course and particularly for one on Victorian women."Eleanor McNees, University of DenverRuth is a heartwarming biblical story about loyalty, love, and redemption. Ruth, a Moabite widow, remains devoted to her mother-in-law, Naomi, and accompanies her back to Bethlehem. Despite facing hardships and discrimination, Ruth's kindness and perseverance lead to her marriage to Boaz, a wealthy landowner. Their union results in the birth of Obed, who becomes the grandfather of King David. The book celebrates the power of love, the importance of family, and the idea that even in the face of adversity, hope and happiness can prevail.
Ruth is a heartwarming biblical story about loyalty, love, and redemption. Ruth, a Moabite widow, remains devoted to her mother-in-law, Naomi, and accompanies her back to Bethlehem. Despite facing hardships and discrimination, Ruth's kindness and perseverance lead to her marriage to Boaz, a wealthy landowner. Their union results in the birth of Obed, who becomes the grandfather of King David. The book celebrates the power of love, the importance of family, and the idea that even in the face of adversity, hope and happiness can prevail.
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Product Details
BN ID: | 2940191281575 |
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Publisher: | Robert Larson |
Publication date: | 08/27/2024 |
Edition description: | Unabridged |