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Joden Suss
Hardcover
General FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025527642
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 432
Weight: 1.71
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Jew SÃ1/4ss is a compelling historical novel that chronicles the life of Joseph SÃ1/4ß Oppenheimer, a financier who rose to unprecedented power in the 18th-century Duchy of WÃ1/4rttemberg. As a Court Jew to Duke Karl Alexander, Oppenheimer navigates a world of political maneuvering and high-stakes diplomacy, utilizing his intellect and resources to influence the state's economy and politics. However, his success breeds resentment among the aristocracy and the populace, leading to a dramatic collision of ambition and prejudice.
Lion Feuchtwanger provides a nuanced portrait of a man torn between his loyalty to his faith and his pursuit of worldly status. The work is a profound exploration of the Jewish experience in Enlightenment-era Europe, highlighting the precarious nature of power for those deemed outsiders. With its rich historical detail and psychological depth, Jew SÃ1/4ss stands as a monumental work of literary fiction, offering a timeless commentary on the mechanisms of scapegoating and the corruption of justice. It remains an essential read for those interested in historical drama and the complexities of human identity.
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