Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity
Alroy, or The Prince of the Captivity, published in 1833, is a historical romance by Benjamin Disraeli, begun after a visit to Jerusalem in 1831. In the twelfth century, under the decaying Caliphate, David Alroy, a young descendant of the house of David living in exile under Muslim rule, rises to lead the Jews in a struggle for national restoration. Guided by a mystic teacher, he finds the sacred scepter of Solomon, wins battles and conquers Baghdad, but power, love and a foreign princess test his faith. Written in rich, rhythmic prose, it reflects the young Disraeli's interest in his Jewish heritage. The full text is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the first chapter is free.
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Frequently asked questions about Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity
Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity by Benjamin Disraeli can be read online on Vinteuil, directly in your browser. The first chapter is free for everyone; the complete book is included in Vinteuil Reading ($4.99/month or $39.99/year) or yours forever for $2.99.
Can I read Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity online?
Yes. Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity opens right on this page, in a reader designed for long reading: adjustable text size, light, sepia and dark themes, a clickable table of contents and your place saved when you are signed in. No download or app is needed.
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The first chapter of Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity is free, without an account. To read the whole book, either buy its online reading for $2.99 (£2.99 in the UK) and keep it forever, or subscribe to Vinteuil Reading for $4.99/month (£4.99/month in the UK) or $39.99/year, with 1 month free for new subscribers. The subscription opens every book in the library and can be cancelled at any time.
Is Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity in the public domain?
Yes. Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity by Benjamin Disraeli is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity?
About 5 h 42 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity?
Alroy: The Prince of the Captivity by Benjamin Disraeli is filed under "Fiction" in the Vinteuil library.
