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The secret shofar of Barcelona

The secret shofar of Barcelona

Children's BooksHistorical Fiction
Pages
32
Published
2009
Language
English

Synopsis

In late 16th-century Barcelona, the son of the Royal Orchestra's conductor secretly learns to play the Shofar. He aims to help the city's hidden Jewish community celebrate Rosh Hashanah, all while evading the watchful eyes of the Spanish Inquisition. This story blends historical facts with a tale of courage and faith.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

InformativeHopefulAdventurous
Coming of AgeSecret Identity

Genres

Children's Books Historical Fiction Judaism History

Authors

D
Douglas Chayka

Douglas Chayka wrote The Secret Shofar of Barcelona. Readers enjoy his detailed historical fiction.

J
Jacqueline Dembar Greene

Jacqueline Dembar Greene is an author who writes for both young readers and adults. Her works include middle grade mysteries like The crystal ball and Secrets at Camp Nokomis, along with the historical novel The secret shofar of Barcelona. She also explores contemporary themes in books such as KARMA WILL CLAP BACK and Church People.