The Procurator of Judea
Pages: 16
|Published: 1 Jan 1902
Description
"The Procurator of Judea" by Anatole France is a historical fiction novel that follows the life of Aelius Lamia, a Roman exile who wanders through Syria, Palestine, Cappadocia, and Armenia before returning to Rome. The novel explores the complex relationships between the Romans and the Jews, focusing on the cultural and religious differences that often led to conflict. Through the interactions of Lamia and Pontius Pilate, the procurator of Judea, themes of power, religion, and the clash of civilizations are vividly depicted against the backdrop of ancient Rome and Judea.
