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The Story of Salome is a historical novel written by Amelia B. Edwards. The book is set in the ancient city of Jerusalem and tells the story of Salome, the daughter of Herodias and stepdaughter of King Herod Antipas. Salome is known for her infamous dance, which led to the beheading of John the Baptist. The novel follows Salome's life from childhood to adulthood, exploring her relationships with her mother, stepfather, and other key figures in her life. The story delves into the political and religious tensions of the time, as well as the struggles faced by women in a patriarchal society. Throughout the book, Salome is depicted as a complex and sympathetic character, struggling to navigate the expectations placed upon her by her family and society. The novel also touches on themes of power, revenge, and the consequences of one's actions. Overall, The Story of Salome is a captivating and thought-provoking historical novel that offers a unique perspective on one of the Bible's most fascinating characters.Persuaded that she had not observed me, I lingered for an instant looking at her. Something in the grace and sorrow of her attitude, something in the turn of her head and the flow of her sable draperies, arrested my attention. Was she young? I fancied so. Did she mourn a husband?-a lover?-a parent? I glanced towards the headstone. It was covered with Hebrew characters; so that, had I even been nearer, it could have told me nothing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.