Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust wrapper. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Edition; English language ed. Physical description; 220, [2] p. : ill. (chiefly col.), map ; 32 cm. Notes; "Simultaneously published in French as Histoires du peuple juif"--P. facing t.p. Includes bibliographical references (p. 222) and index. Subjects; Judaism - History. Judaism - History - Pictorial works. Genres; Bibliography. Illustrated.
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In The Jewish Odyssey, bestselling author Marek Halter charts the course of Judaism from its origins in Mesopotamia to its place in the world today. Predating all Western culture, its early development of the written word enabled it to lay the foundations of modern civilization. Richly illustrated, the book addresses the extent of Jewish suffering over the years, as well as the lasting contributions of Jews in fields such as science, politics, philosophy, and the arts―from Philon to Einstein, Freud to Trotsky, and Kafka to Dylan. Halter explains the delicate state of inter- dependence that exists between the significant Jewish Diaspora communities worldwide and the Israeli nation, taking into account the Zionist notion of the Jewish “promised land.” With his expertise, international status, and political insight, Halter offers a unique and compelling view on contemporary issues ranging from anti-Semitism to the emergence of multi-faith families. This engaging illustrated tribute to the Jewish story culminates in a message of hope for the universal freedom of all mankind.
Author, academic, and activist Marek Halter has published more than twenty books, several of which have been translated into as many languages. The Memory of Abraham spent eight weeks on the New York Times best-seller list, and Sarah from his Canaan Trilogy was an international success. As a young child in 1940, Halter escaped with his family from the Warsaw ghetto. He is cofounder of an international committee for negotiated peace in the Middle East and SOS Racisme.
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