{"product_id":"charles-e-israel-rizpah-1967-1st-hc-dj-turkish-book-turkey","title":"Charles E. Israel – Rizpah 1967 1st HC\/DJ Turkish Book Turkey","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"81\"\u003eCharles E. Israel – \u003cem data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"28\"\u003eRizpah\u003c\/em\u003e (Ritspa) – Nil Yayınevi Turkish First Edition (1967)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"134\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"678\"\u003eThis Turkish first edition of \u003cem data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"135\"\u003eRizpah\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"145\"\u003eRitspa\u003c\/em\u003e) by Charles E. Israel was published by Nil Yayınevi in 1967. Bound in hardcover and preserving its original dust jacket, the novel presents a compelling work of historical fiction inspired by one of the most poignant female figures in the Hebrew Bible. Through vivid storytelling and carefully imagined historical settings, Israel transforms the brief biblical account of Rizpah into a richly developed narrative exploring the struggles of a woman caught between personal tragedy and the turbulent politics of the ancient Near East.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eCombining historical research with literary imagination, Charles E. Israel portrays themes of maternal devotion, sacrifice, justice, and perseverance. The novel follows Rizpah's emotional journey as she confronts loss, injustice, and the demands of power in a society shaped by royal ambition and religious tradition. By expanding upon the biblical narrative, the author creates an engaging historical novel that offers readers both dramatic storytelling and insight into the customs, beliefs, and political conflicts of ancient Israel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003eThis 1967 Turkish first edition published by Nil Yayınevi is an especially attractive collectible. Preserved in its original hardcover binding with the original dust jacket, it features a unique Turkey-only cover illustrated by the Turkish artist Cemal. This exclusive artwork distinguishes the Turkish edition from all international editions, making it particularly desirable for collectors of historical fiction, biblical literature, and vintage Turkish books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1724\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e• Author: Charles E. Israel\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1752\" class=\"\"\u003e• Original Title: \u003cem data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003eRizpah\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e• Turkish Title: \u003cem data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003eRitspa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003e• Publisher: Nil Yayınevi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003e• Publication Date: 1967 (Turkish First Edition)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003e• Language: Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003e• Format: Hardcover with original dust jacket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003e• Genre: Historical Fiction; Biblical Fiction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003e• Subject: A historical novel inspired by the biblical figure Rizpah, exploring her life amid political conflict, personal loss, and unwavering maternal devotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003e• Literary Content: Novel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2164\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003e• Themes: Faith; Sacrifice; Justice; Motherhood; Perseverance; Power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2380\"\u003e• Historical Focus: Set in the biblical Kingdom of Israel, portraying the cultural, political, and religious environment of the ancient Near East.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2382\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003e• Educational Value: Introduces readers to one of the Bible's lesser-known figures through an accessible historical narrative that encourages interest in biblical history and ancient civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2873\"\u003e• Collector Appeal: A Turkish first edition in hardcover with its original dust jacket, featuring a unique Turkey-only cover illustrated by the Turkish artist Cemal, making it a highly desirable collectible for enthusiasts of biblical fiction, historical novels, and vintage Turkish editions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turkrex Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49776657858698,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/3687\/7450\/files\/1_faa3a330-a29c-4613-ab03-d03c600e9475.jpg?v=1784884997","url":"https:\/\/turkrexcollectables.com\/products\/charles-e-israel-rizpah-1967-1st-hc-dj-turkish-book-turkey","provider":"Turkrex Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}