A Short History Of Jewish Literature

A Short History of Jewish Literature is a comprehensive overview of the evolution and development of Jewish literature from the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 C.E. to the era of emancipation in 1786 C.E. Written by Israel Abrahams and first published in 1906, the book covers a wide range of topics, including the Talmudic period, the Golden Age of Spain, and the rise of Hasidism. Abrahams provides an in-depth analysis of the major literary works, authors, and movements of each era, as well as their historical and cultural contexts. The book also explores the relationship between Jewish literature and broader literary and intellectual trends, such as the Enlightenment and Romanticism. A Short History of Jewish Literature is an essential resource for anyone interested in the rich and complex history of Jewish literary traditions.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.