Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Jewish Literature V1 is a comprehensive book written by Meyer Waxman that provides a detailed account of the development of Jewish literature from ancient times to the 19th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in Jewish history, such as the biblical period, the Talmudic period, the medieval period, and the modern period.The author examines the various genres of Jewish literature, including biblical literature, rabbinic literature, mystical literature, poetry, and drama. He explores the themes and motifs that are common in Jewish literature, such as the relationship between God and humanity, the Jewish people's history and identity, and the struggle for survival in a hostile world.Waxman also discusses the important figures in Jewish literature, including Moses, King David, Maimonides, and Sholem Aleichem. He analyzes their works and contributions to Jewish literature, highlighting their impact on Jewish culture and history.The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Jewish literature and culture. It provides a comprehensive overview of the subject, making it an essential read for scholars, students, and anyone interested in Jewish history and culture.1930. Volume 1 of 6. From the close of the Canon to the end of the 12th century. These works contain a history of Jewish literature from the close of the Bible to our own days. The purpose of this history is to make accessible to the large intelligent public the results of Jewish scholarship and research in the various branches of Jewish literature, carried on during the last century, to coordinate and correlate the scattered facts and numerous data into one whole to create a complete picture of the productivity of the Jewish genius during the ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
