The People of the Book is the choice for the September book discussion. The story has its basis on fact, about a book that was hidden from destruction during the bombing of Sarejevo in 1995, surprizingly saved by a Muslim librarian. This a Jewish Haggaghad, that originated in the 1500's. Not any ordinary Haggaghad, the book of prayers said during the Passover in the Jewish home, this was an illuminated codex, precious to the library in Bosnia. This book had also been protected and hidden during the pillage of Bosnia during World War II, also saved by a Muslim. Geraldine Brooks has written a literary masterpiece, blending history and fiction, jumping through the centuries with her tale. Be prepared to be captivated by her storytelling abilities.
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