Hanover, N.

Abyss of Despair

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ISBN 13:: 9780878559275
author:: Hanover, N.
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Taylor & Francis Inc
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1983
Pages:: 140
Dimensions:: 22.8 x 15.4 x 1.3 centimetres (0
Genre:: Nonfiction, Politics, General,
Condition:: New
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A gripping first-hand account of the Chmielnicki massacres in 1648-58, Rabbi Nathan Hanover describes the events themselves and their devastating impact on European Jewry. This harrowing chronicle sheds light on the atrocities committed during this period and their lasting effects. Hanover's narrative provides a unique perspective on the events, while Professor Helmreich's new introduction offers context and insight into the relative peace and prosperity that preceded the massacres. The book explores how the tragedy of these events shaped Jewish history, including the rise of Messianic and Hasidic movements in the 17th and 18th centuries. This historical account is a powerful exploration of human resilience and the enduring power of cultural heritage.

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