The Arab's Pledge: A Tale of Marocco in 1830

"The Arab's Pledge: A Tale of Marocco in 1830" by Edward Ledwich Mitford is a historical fiction set in 19th-century Morocco, that tells the story of Jewish people facing harsh treatment under Moorish rule. It paints a vivid picture of a society filled with injustice, introducing us to Hassan, a Moorish soldier struggling with his conscience, and Azora, a striking Jewish girl trapped in a dangerous plot. Their lives collide amidst the backdrop of Morocco’s deep-seated social issues, where Jewish people are oppressed. When the deceitful Abdslem proposes a wicked scheme involving Azora, Hassan finds himself increasingly drawn to her, leading to a series of events that put her in grave danger. The story is woven with rich cultural details and explores difficult moral questions, promising a drama full of love, treachery, and the fight against oppression.