“But in battle you cannot tell another when it is his time to enter the World-to-Come, nor is it possible to keep any man in this world when he wishes to leave it behind.”
Book:The Dovekeepers
Quote by Alice Hoffman
Work
The Dovekeepers
This book is a historical fiction set in the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem during the Second Temple period. It tells the story of a group of women who work as dovekeepers, a profession that is both practical and symbolic in the context of ancient Jewish culture. The narrative weaves together the lives of these women, highlighting their resilience, courage, and the profound impact of their choices and relationships amidst the backdrop of war and religious upheaval. more
Author
Alice Hoffman
Alice Hoffman is a renowned American contemporary novelist, born on March 16, 1952. Her works are known for their dreamlike narrative style and rich imagination, which have won her a large following among readers. more
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