MOON OF ISRAEL

Moon of Israel is an epic historical novel by H Rider Haggard that tells the story of the biblical Exodus from Egypt. It follows the journey of a young Egyptian slave girl named Merapi as she joins the Israelites in their quest for freedom. Along the way Merapi forms close bonds with her fellow travellers including Moses and Aaron and faces challenges such as hunger thirst and attacks from hostile tribes. Despite these obstacles Merapi remains steadfast in her commitment to freedom and to God. Through Merapi's eyes readers gain a unique perspective on one of the most pivotal events in human history.