History of the Jewish People Vol. 2: The Birth of Zionism to Our Time
Jonathan D. Sarna
(Author)
Jonathan B. Krasner
(With)
Description
Presents Jewish history from the turmoil and strife of Russia in the 1880's, to the great migration to the United States, the creation of the modern State of Israel, modern American Jewish life, and life in the Diaspora. Finally, a Jewish history book through which students can view their own lives and think about their futures! The History of the Jewish People, Volume 2 was developed and written by two esteemed scholars, Jonathan D. Sarna and Jonathan B. Krasner. This dynamic text (for grades 5-7) is a rich presentation of Jewish history from the turmoil and strife of Russia in the 1880's, to the great migration to the United States, the creation of the modern State of Israel, modern American Jewish life, and life in the Diaspora. Each chapter helps students consider how their lives compare with the lives of our ancestors, how each generation adapts Judaism to its time and place, and how the decisions of previous generations influence our own lives and decisions.The History of the Jewish People, Volume 2 brings these times alive through a dynamic array of famous personalities, diverse source material, clear and concise charts, engaging activities, thought-provoking questions, and exciting graphics, including maps and more than 80 full-color historical and contemporary images.
Product Details
Price
$15.95
$14.83
Publisher
Behrman House Publishing
Publish Date
March 26, 2007
Pages
144
Dimensions
8.4 X 9.9 X 0.4 inches | 0.88 pounds
Language
English
Type
Paperback
EAN/UPC
9780874411928
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Jonathan D. Sarna is University Professor and the Joseph H. and Belle R. Braun Professor of American Jewish History at Brandeis University and Chief Historian of the National Museum of American Jewish History. He has written, edited or coedited almost forty books, including American Judaism: A History, winner of the "Jewish Book of the Year" award from the Jewish Book Council.