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Book Synopsis: In the second of two volumes of this magnificently illustrated cultural history--the tie-in to the PBS and BBC series The Story of the Jews--Simon Schama details the story of the Jewish people, spanning from their expulsion from Spain in the Inquisition across six hundred years to the present day. It is a story like no other: an epic of endurance against destruction, of creativity in the face of oppression, joy amidst grief, the affirmation of life against the steepest of odds. It spans the centuries and the continents--from the Iberian Peninsula and the collapse of “the golden age” to the shtetls of Russia to the dusty streets of infant Hollywood. Its voices ring loud and clear, from the philosophical musings of Spinoza to the poetry written on slips of paper in concentration camps. Within these pages, the Enlightenment unfolds, a great diaspora transforms a country, a Viennese psychiatrist forever changes the conception of the human mind. And a great story unfolds. Not--as often imagined--of a culture apart, but of a Jewish world immersed in and imprinted by the peoples among whom they have dwelled, from the Egyptians to the Greeks, from the Arabs to the Christians, from the Soviets to America. Which makes the story of the Jews everyone’s story, too.
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Discover the rich and captivating history of the Jewish people with The Story of the Jews Volume Two: Belonging: 1492-1900. This incredible book by Simon Schama takes you on an extraordinary journey spanning over six hundred years, exploring the endurance, creativity, and resilience of the Jewish community. From their expulsion from Spain in the Inquisition to the present day, this book brings to life the stories of those who defied the odds to thrive and prosper.
With its beautifully illustrated pages and compelling narrative, The Story of the Jews Volume Two immerses you in a world of joy and grief, triumph and oppression. Simon Schama transports you from the Iberian Peninsula to the shtetls of Russia and the streets of infant Hollywood, capturing the diverse experiences of the Jewish people throughout history.
This book goes beyond just recounting historical events; it delves into the cultural and intellectual contributions of the Jewish community. From the philosophical musings of Spinoza to the poetry written in concentration camps, the voices of the Jewish people resonate throughout the ages. The Enlightenment, the transformation of countries, and the evolution of the human mind all intertwine with this remarkable story.
The Story of the Jews Volume Two challenges commonly held misconceptions by highlighting the Jews' deep connections with the peoples around them. From the Egyptians to the Greeks, from the Arabs to the Christians, from the Soviets to America, the Jewish experience is intertwined with the broader human experience. It is a tale that belongs to everyone, revealing the shared history of humanity.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey through time. Immerse yourself in the compelling narrative of The Story of the Jews Volume Two: Belonging: 1492-1900 and explore a history that is both captivating and relevant to us all. Order now and embark on an incredible adventure.
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