Judas

In "Judas," the award-winning novel by Amos Oz, set in Jerusalem in 1959, young biblical scholar Shmuel Ash becomes a caregiver for the irascible Gershom Wald while navigating the complexities of his own life. Enigmatic Atalia Abravanel, the daughter of a deceased Zionist leader, captivates Shmuel with her beauty yet keeps him at arm’s length. As their lives intertwine in a house steeped in tragic history, the story unfolds as both a poignant love story and a coming-of-age tale, reflecting the broader narrative of Israel itself. This powerful work marks Oz's return as a significant voice in contemporary literature.