Jewish History and Thought: An Introduction [Paperback]

Menahem Mansoor (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Mansoor, author of Political and Diplomatic History of the Arab World, 1900-1967 ( LJ 9/1/72) in addition to numerous other works on the languages and politics of the Near East, here presents a clear and concise outline of Jewish history and thought. He analyzes Jewish culture chronologically from the biblical era to the es tablishment of a modern Israel. Each chapter contains general introductory notes, a detailed outline, concluding observations, background reading, and topics for discussion. Broad trends as well as individual events and personalities are discussed. Chapters are devoted to Hellenism, Judaism and Christianity, Judaism and Islam, the Dead Sea Scrolls, Masada, and Martin Buber. While some philosophical thought is reduced to simplistic terms, the definitions are precise and the charts and bibliographies are helpful. This volume will serve as an interesting and useful tool to laypeople, students, and teachers. Highly recommended.
- Mau rice Tuchman, Hebrew Coll. Lib., Brookline, Mass.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 571 pages
• Publisher: Ktav Pub Inc (December 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0881254045
• ISBN-13: 978-0881254044
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #447,609 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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