Hengel's classic work refers not only to all of Josephus' works; but also to every relevant Rabbinic tractate; Qumran text; contemporary Latin or Greek author and biblical; apocryphal or pseudepigraphical and early Christian text.
#47485 in Books Bantam 2011-04-26 2011-04-26Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 7.96 x 1.26 x 5.19l; .98 #File Name: 0553384570576 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Amazing book about a unique early AmericanBy CustomerAmazing book about a unique early American! Author has background in reporting and living in extreme environments and it comes through in this book. Descriptions of Roger's scouts with his rangers vivid and stirring .The mystery and power of Robert Rogers comes out clearly in this work. He seems born to the task of creating and leading men at war with each other and nature. The raw; brutal frontier also emerges like a character in the drama; a foe to all yet a prize sought by all combatants.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Must read!By KevinThorough exploration of a complex historical figure. Nothing is exaggerated; and nothing is sugar coated; just plain fair. Ross illustrates how Rogers is at the same time an oppressor and victim of social justice issues and class warfare. Heroism; humility; narcissism; savagery; selflessness; loyalty; and entitlement are all part of Roger's complex character; along with a healthy dose of unfairness. Few authors give such thorough examinations of historical figure. This is one of the most fascinating eras of american and this is one of the most fascinating men of history; one that apparently feels that a short daily stroll in the woods is a mere 20 miles. If nothing else Roger's physical stamina in an age of starvation; and malnutrition is awe inspiring alone. The distances this man traveled on foot; and canoe in his average daily business is mind boggling. This is a delicious long read that doesn't end in glory. I couldn't help but see strong connections between the real life Robert Roger's and Bernard Cornwell's Major Richard Sharpe. If you are a Sharpe fan; you should have not trouble enjoying this read!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. War on the RunBy mjer99Major Rogers has always seemed to be a dark figure who has gone unspoken of in our history. This book opens our eyes as to why that is. I thank Mr. Ross for this excellent work which I could not put down. I did find that the author tries to shield Major Rogers from so much intrigue that surrounds him. Major Rogers was an American hero and unfortunately traitor also. The accounts of Major Rogers during the Revolutionary war saddened me but opened my eyes to the earlier intrigue of his life; most of it and the accusations against him I now see as probably true; although mired in uncertainty caused by the Major himself. After putting down the book I am left wondering on what could have been given this man was so courageous and yet after reading the account of the capture of Nathan Hale(which I never knew he played the major part in)I am just saddened at his actions. All in all it is a great work of a man who seems to be an enigma.
