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A Social History of the Jewish East End in London, 1914-1939: A Study of Life, Labour and Liturgy (Studies in British History)

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Joe Green is known to most as an outstanding British scientist who played a key role in our understanding of the role of vitamins in human health. His passion for literature is manifold - his encyclopedic book on detective fiction is available in many reference libraries to the connoisseurs of this genre. But we think that Joe will be ultimately remembered as the author of the definitive works on the life of Jews in London between the wars. This minority played an important role in the formation of the modern British culture and society in general. Joe was an integral part of it and his superb command of the history and the English language makes this book not only full of interesting facts but a truly captive reading beyond those of typical history books. His autobiographical approach makes you laugh and cry as you race through the pages. The price of this hardcover book is high but you will be keeping it on your bedside for many years as great fun to read.