A Man in Three Worlds [Hardcover]

Andre N. Chouraqui (Author), Kenton Kilmer (Translator)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 6, 1984

The autobiography of Andrè Chouraqui, noted political, religious, and literary figure. Traces the events of Chouraqui's fascinating life from his early career as Court of Appeals judge in Algiers from 1945ó1947, to Deputy Mayor of Jerusalem from 1965-1973, to his major literary accomplishment, a complete translation of the Bible.

Editorial Reviews

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...a major undertaking for the English-speaking world...This scholarly and sensitive translation should contribute to a deeper understanding of what is at stake in the Middle East.>>>> (Claire Huchet-Bishop Commonweal )

This is a remarkable story of a remarkable man, in a translation that renders both accessible.>>>> (Commonweal )

This is a remarkable story of a remarkable man, in a translation that renders both accessible. (Commonweal )

...a major undertaking for the English-speaking world...This scholarly and sensitive translation should contribute to a deeper understanding of what is at stake in the Middle East. (Claire Huchet-Bishop Commonweal )

Language Notes

Text: English, French (translation)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 246 pages
• Publisher: University Press Of America (December 6, 1984)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0819142425
• ISBN-13: 978-0819142429
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,801,090 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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