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Greek Jewry in the Twentieth Century, 1913-1983: Patterns of Jewish Survival in the Greek Provinces Before and After the Holocaust

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Greek Jewry In The Twentieth Century 1913-1983: Patterns Of Survival In The Greek Provinces Before And After The Holocaust by Rabbi Joshua Plaut examines the events and living situation of Greek Jewry before, during, and after the Second World War. Drawing upon archival documents, oral histories, photographs and more, Rabbi Plaut suggests seven principles that contribute to the survival of small-town Jewish communities in Greece. Closely researched, with appendices that include deportation testimonies and the Greek national constitution, Greek Jewry In The Twentieth Century is an involving, informative look the history of a community struggling between national, ethnic, and religious identities. Highly recommended for Judaic Studies and Holocaust Studies reference collections and reading lists.