The Routledge Atlas of Jewish History

The 9th edition of Martin Gilbert's Atlas of Jewish History spans four thousand years of history, from the migration of Jews from ancient Mesopotamia to the first decades of the twenty-first century. It presents a vivid picture of a fascinating people and their trials and tribulations, as well as their achievements. The book covers topics such as prejudice and violence, migrations and movements, society, trade and culture, politics, government, and war. It also includes an additional 39 maps.

Format: Hardback
Length: 250 pages
Publication date: 12 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This ninth edition of Martin Gilbert's Atlas of Jewish History spans over four thousand years of history, presented in 196 maps, from the worldwide migration of the Jews from ancient Mesopotamia to the early decades of the twenty-first century. It offers a captivating portrayal of a fascinating people and the trials and tribulations that have shaped their story, as well as their remarkable achievements. The book explores a range of themes, including:

Prejudice and Violence: This section delves into the destruction of Jewish independence between 722 and 586 BC, as well as the flight from German persecution during the 1930s. It also covers the incidence of anti-Semitic attacks in the Americas and Europe.

Migrations and Movements: The book traces the ancient dispersals from the promised land, the ingathering of exiles from Arab and Muslim lands after 1948, and the break-up of the Soviet Union in 1992. It provides detailed maps showcasing the movements and settlements of Jewish communities across different regions.

Society, Trade, and Culture: The Atlas explores Jewish trade routes between 800 and 900, the geography of Jewish communities in China, India, and other parts of the world, and the communal life in ghettos during the Holocaust. It also provides an overview of the situation of world Jewry in the opening years of the twenty-first century.

Politics, Government, and War: The book covers a broad spectrum of political and military events, from the Court Jews of the fifteenth century to the founding and growth of the modern State of Israel. It includes maps that illustrate the political and social developments within Jewish communities and their interactions with broader societies.

In addition to the original maps, this new edition includes an additional 39 of Martin Gilbert's maps, covering a wide range of Jewish history. These maps were previously published in various publications but have now been gathered in this single volume for the first time. Over 50 years after its first publication, this book remains an indispensable guide to Jewish history, providing a comprehensive and detailed account of the past.

Weight: 628g
Dimension: 180 x 253 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032053844
Edition number: 9 ed