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Provides a comprehensive overview of Jewish history, thought, and culture, from the origins of the Jewish people to the present day. Wohlgelernter noted historian and author, and his book is widely regarded as one of the best introductions to Jewish culture available.
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The Mishnah foundational text of Judaism, and this new translation by Neusner, a leading scholar of Jewish studies, is widely regarded as one of the most accurate and accessible available.
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This selection of Talmudic texts, translated and annotated by Steinsaltz, a leading scholar of Jewish studies, provides a fascinating introduction to this complex and fascinating body of literature.
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This guide to the Jewish holidays provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of their history, meaning, and significance. Donin leading scholar of Jewish studies, and his book is widely regarded as one of the best available.
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Provides a comprehensive overview of the history and development of Jewish mysticism, from its origins in the ancient world to its modern manifestations. Idel leading scholar of Jewish mysticism, and his book is widely regarded as one of the best introductions to this fascinating subject.
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This comprehensive history of the Holocaust provides a detailed and moving account of one of the darkest chapters in human history. Gilbert leading historian of the Holocaust, and his book is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative accounts available.
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This history of the State of Israel provides a comprehensive and detailed account of its creation and发展. Morris leading historian of Israel, and his book is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative accounts available.
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This history of the Jews of Spain provides a detailed and fascinating account of their rise, decline, and eventual expulsion from the Iberian Peninsula. Peters leading historian of medieval Spain, and his book is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative accounts available.
This history of the Jews of Eastern Europe provides a comprehensive and detailed account of their life and culture in this region. Mendelsohn leading historian of Eastern European Jewry, and his book is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative accounts available.
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This history of the Jews of America provides a comprehensive and detailed account of their arrival, settlement, and integration into American society. Sarna leading historian of American Jewry, and his book is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative accounts available.
This history of the Jewish woman provides a comprehensive and detailed account of her role and status in Jewish society throughout history. Hyman leading historian of women's history, and her book is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative accounts available.
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This history of the Jewish family provides a comprehensive and detailed account of its structure, dynamics, and evolution throughout history. Cohen leading historian of the Jewish family, and his book is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative accounts available.
This history of the Jewish religion provides a comprehensive and detailed account of its development and evolution throughout history. Neusner leading historian of Judaism, and his book is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative accounts available.
Provides a comprehensive portrait of the Jewish people today. DellaPergola leading demographer and sociologist of the Jewish people, and his book is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative accounts available.
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