Sulamith: A Romance of Antiquity

The novel is set in ancient Israel and tells the story of a beautiful Jewish woman named Sulamith and her love for a young shepherd named David. The novel is divided into three parts. The first part describes the idyllic life of the young shepherd David and his love for Sulamith a young woman from a wealthy family. The second part of the novel takes place in the palace of King Solomon where Sulamith is taken as a captive and becomes a favorite of the king. The third and final part of the novel describes the battle between the Israelites and the Philistines and the eventual reunion of David and Sulamith. Throughout the novel Kuprin portrays the beauty and richness of ancient Israel as well as the complexities of love and desire. He also explores themes such as jealousy betrayal and the corrupting influence of power. Sulamith: A Romance of Antiquity was well received upon its publication and has since become a classic of Russian literature. It is known for its vivid descriptions of ancient Israel and its passionate depiction of the love between David and Sulamith.