Gustave Flaubert 
Herodias 

Written by the great French author Gustave Flaubert, ’Herodias’ is the third and final tale from the short story collection, ’Three Tales’ (1877) and is a memorable retelling of the biblical story of Saint John the Baptist. After her divorce from John’s half-brother, Herodias marries Herod, but John claims their marriage is against Mosaic Law. During a lavish birthday celebration for Herod, Herodias plans to have John beheaded. Now his fate rests in the hands of King Herod’s daughter, Salome.This biblical tale will delight fans of Ancient Rome and historical fiction.-