Haven of Liberty

New York Jews in the New World, 1654-1865

AvHoward B. Rock

Inbunden, Engelska, 2013

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Haven of Liberty chronicles the arrival of the first Jews to New York in 1654 and highlights the role of republicanism in shaping their identity and institutions. Rock follows the Jews of NewYork through the Dutch and British colonial eras, the American Revolution and early republic, and the antebellum years, ending with a path-breaking account of their outlook and behavior during the Civil War. Overcoming significant barriers, these courageous men and women laid the foundations for one of the world's foremost Jewish cities.

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Utgivningsdatum:2013-09-01
Mått:153 x 229 x 27 mm
Vikt:745 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Serie:City of Promises
Antal sidor:368
Förlag:New York University Press
ISBN:9780814776322
Utmärkelser:Winner of National Jewish Book Award (Book of the Year) 2012

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Howard B. Rock is Professor of History Emeritus at Florida International University. He is the 2012 runner-up for the Dixon Ryan Manuscript Award presented by the New York State Historical Association, for Haven of Liberty: New York Jews in the New World, 1654–1865. He is also the author or editor of five other books.

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"[] Haven of Libertyis an expertly researched book written in fluid and engaging prose. It also includes a stunning visual essay by Diana L. Linden on the material culture of the citys early Jewish community with thirty-two images. Rocks book is highly recommended reading, not just for students of modern Jewish history, but for all scholars interested in religions role in the development of American culture." (Journal of the Early Republic) ""This bold, well-researched and beautifully-illustrated history of New York's Jews (1654-1865) introduces the theme of republicanism into American Jewish history, and properly contextualizes Jews within the larger history of the metropolis. A remarkable accomplishment, Haven of Liberty will stand for years to come as the definitive history of New York City's early Jewish community." - Jonathan D. Sarna,Joseph H. & Belle R. Braun Professor of American Jewish History, Brandeis University