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Mary Magdalen: A Chronicle
Hardcover
General FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025824789
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 246
Weight: 1.15
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Mary Magdalen: A Chronicle is a vivid and stylistic reimagining of one of the New Testament's most enigmatic figures. Written with the ornate elegance characteristic of the American Decadent movement, Edgar Saltus presents a lush historical narrative that bridges the gap between sacred history and literary fiction. Set against the backdrop of the Roman occupation of Judea, the book explores the life of Mary Magdalen and her profound spiritual awakening.
Saltus brings the ancient world to life through rich, sensory descriptions of Jerusalem and the surrounding landscape. The chronicle follows the transformation of its protagonist from a woman of worldly influence to a devoted follower of Jesus, capturing the political tensions and religious fervor of the era. Rather than a strictly theological study, this work functions as a psychological and atmospheric portrait of faith, desire, and redemption. Readers will find a unique blend of historical detail and poetic prose that emphasizes the timeless allure of the Magdalen legend. Mary Magdalen: A Chronicle remains a significant example of early 20th-century historical fiction, showcasing Saltus's ability to weave classical scholarship with provocative storytelling.
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