Masada: From Jewish Revolt to Modern Myth by Jodi Magness
Masada is a legendary Jewish outpost where the people died by suicide rather than be subjugated by the Romans. Or did they? The only source we have for this is the historian Josephus. Archeologists have attempted to gain further insight by exploring the area. Archeology has verified some of the general account, but not necessarily the details. The area was difficult to explore, with a fairly hostile deserrt climate. This has left some areas preserved.
The book explores the archeology and geography of Masada as well as giving a historical background.
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