Judas

Judas

by Amos Oz

3.86
Literary Fiction
Contemplative
Intellectual
Measured

Set in 1950s Jerusalem, Judas explores betrayal, faith, and political division through intense intellectual debate. Oz reframes the biblical figure of Judas as a symbol of misunderstood loyalty. Personal relationships mirror ideological conflict. The prose is thoughtful and measured. Questions matter more than answers. A rich, contemplative novel.

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