Jewish Eighteenth Century: A European Biography, 1700-1750

In the eighteenth century, the Jews experienced their first modern century, which had a profound impact on subsequent generations. Shmuel Feiner's book explores the world of the Jews in Europe during this time, focusing on their lives, experiences, protests, and reform aspirations. He highlights the tectonic changes that occurred in Europe and their unprecedented effects on the Jews.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 560 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2020
Publisher: Indiana University Press

The eighteenth century marked a significant era in Jewish history, serving as their first modern century. The profound transformations that unfolded during this period left an indelible impact on subsequent generations, and the voices of its prominent figures continue to resonate even today. In this inaugural volume of his monumental work, Shmuel Feiner delves into the intricate and captivating world of the first half of the 18th century, offering a unique perspective from the perspective of Jewish communities across Europe. Feiner meticulously explores the lives of individuals, encompassing both joyous and challenging experiences, as well as the voices of protest, reform aspirations, and personal desires for happiness. Through his meticulous analysis, Feiner identifies the seismic shifts occurring in Europe and their unprecedented consequences on and among the Jewish population. From the religious and cultural revolution of the Haskalah (Jewish Enlightenment) to the question of Jewish citizenship in various nations, Feiner presents a comprehensive overview of how this century of upheaval reshaped the European landscape and the Jewish communities that inhabited it.

Weight: 850g
Dimension: 152 x 231 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780253049469