Dictionary of Jewish Biography by Rabbi Dan Cohn-Sherbok
Provides a rapid reference to those Jewish men and women who have, over the last four thousand years, contributed to the life, history and study of Judaism in all its facets. From Abraham to Saul Bellow, from Moses Maimonides to Woody Allen, from the Baal Shem Tov to Albert Einstein, it provides an account of the richness of the Jewish heritage.
'This comprehensive dictionary of Jewish biographies provides a fascinating glimpse into the richness of Jewish history and tradition.. an essential reference tool for anyone seeking to understand modern Judaism.' Publishing News
'...this is an important and very useful reference text for the general reader and is highly recommended for public and academic libraries.' -- Herber E. Shapiro * Library Journal *
'...this is an important and very useful reference text for the general reader and is highly recommended for public and academic libraries.' -- Herber E. Shapiro * Library Journal *
Rabbi Professor Dan Cohn-Sherbok has written and edited over 70 books including Judaism: History, Belief and Practice; The Future of Judaism; and Fifty Key Jewish Thinkers. He is currently Professor of Jewish Theology at the University of Wales at Lampeter.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780826480408 |
| ISBN 10 | 0826480403 |
| Title | Dictionary of Jewish Biography |
| Author | Rabbi Dan Cohn-Sherbok |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
| Year published | 2006-01-10 |
| Number of pages | 382 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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