Jews
Subtitle: the essence and character of a people
By: Arthur Hertzberg, Aron Hirt-Manheimer.
Contributors: Hirt-Manheimer, Aron, 1948-
Edition: 1st ed.
Publisher: HarperSanFrancisco
Published: 1998
Place of publication: [San Francisco]
Language: eng
Number of pages: 294
Subjects: Jews -- Politics and government; Antisemitism -- History; Christianity and antisemitism; Judaism -- Apologetic works; Jews -- Intellectual life
Description: This book offers a new and startling perspective on how Jews relate to people of other traditions while also defining the challenge, responsibility, and essence of being a Jew in our time. Jews: The Essence and Character of a People defies the conventional view of Jews that has prevailed for centuries and presents a compelling and realistic portrait of contemporary Jews. This important book is sure to stimulate passionate debate among both Jews and non-Jews.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 291-294).