Jews: story of a people
TitleThe Jews: story of a people
Author
Call number909.04924/0059
Object number06986
Place of publicationLondon, England
PublisherCassell
Year of publication
1968
Physical description338p.,bibliography
MaterialBook
Description
Traces the evolution of a tradition powerful enough to give lasting identity to a scattered, wandering people. Brings to life the men and women who have shaped historyMoses, Hillel, Jesus (and many more.) Explores the customs and philosophies that have endured persecution, emigration, and the Holocaust. Fast also probes the towering achievements of the Jews, illustrating their important role in the origins of Western culture, Christianity and modern Europe.