guide to Judeo-Italian history/culture, tr Barker
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How appropriate that the publisher's "Jewish Itineraries" series premiers with Venice, home of the world's first officially decreed ghetto (March 29, 1516). Prior to that, Jewish life flourished in and around Venice, contributing culturally and artistically to Italian society as early as the 11th century. This is a historical and cultural documentary of heretofore unrecognized Jewish civilization in 30 cities. Three outlined itineraries precede the alphabetical listings and descriptions. Population, altitude, and itinerary number (1, 2, or 3) open each summary of Jewish society. Entries vary from one-half page to several pages, the longest covering Venice, Padua, and Verona. Where available, color photographs show remnants and restorations of artifacts, buildings, synagogues, and cemeteries. A major drawback for tourists is the clumsy arrangement of listings?alphabetical instead of by itinerary?causing double work for advance planners. This is an interesting, eye-opening account covering everything from cultural enrichment to persecution and banishment. For public libraries.?Ann E. Cohen, Rochester P.L., N.Y.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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