Publisher's Synopsis
""Chapters on Jewish Literature"" by Israel Abrahams is a comprehensive study of Jewish literature, including both religious and secular works. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Jewish literature. Abrahams begins by discussing the origins of Jewish literature and the various genres that have developed over time. He then moves on to examine the works of some of the most important Jewish writers throughout history, including the biblical prophets, the Talmudic sages, and the medieval philosophers.The book also covers more modern Jewish literature, including the works of Yiddish writers and Jewish-American authors. Abrahams provides insightful analysis and commentary on each work, exploring the cultural and historical context in which they were written.Throughout the book, Abrahams emphasizes the importance of Jewish literature in preserving the cultural and religious identity of the Jewish people. He argues that Jewish literature has played a crucial role in shaping Jewish history and culture, and that it continues to be an important source of inspiration and guidance for Jews around the world.Overall, ""Chapters on Jewish Literature"" is a must-read for anyone interested in Jewish culture, history, and literature. Abrahams' engaging writing style and deep knowledge of the subject make this book both informative and enjoyable to read.1899. These twenty-five short chapters on Jewish Literature open with the fall of Jerusalem in the year 70 of the current era, and end with the death of Moses Mendelssohn in 1786. Thus the period covered extends over more than seventeen centuries. Contents: The Vineyard at Jamnia; Flavius Josephus and the Jewish Sibyl; The Talmud; The Midrash and its Poetry; The Letters of the Gaonim; The Karaitic Literature; The New-Hebrew Piyut; Saadiah of Fayum; Dawn of the Spanish Era; The Spanish-Jewish Poets; Rashi and Alfassi; The Spanish-Jewish poets (II); Moses Maimonides; The Diffusion of Science; The Diffusion of Folk-Tales; Moses Nachmanides; The Zohar and Later Mysticism; Italian Jewish Poetry; Ethical Literature; Travelers' Tales; Historians and Chroniclers; Isaac Abarbanel; The Shulchan Aruch; Amsterdam in the Seventeenth Century; and Moses Mendelssohn.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.
