书名: Encyclopedia of Modern Jewish Culture
作者: Glenda Abramson (Editor)
出版社: Routledge; New edition (January 12, 2005)
语言: English
ISBN-10: 041529813X
ISBN-13: 978-0415298131
Book Description
Based on The Blackwell Companion to Jewish Culture published in 1989, the new Encyclopedia of Modern Jewish Culture has been completely updated and revised. As far as Jewish culture in its broadest sense is concerned, much has changed during last 14 years. Jewish demography has altered. Social, political, and religious structures have radically changed, and new communities have emerged. Ultra-Orthodox and religious nationalist militancy in Israel and Jewish fundamentalism worldwide have grown, and counteractive movements have been founded--especially in the US, changing diaspora Jewish political culture. Holocaust-related study and activities have also greatly increased. Written by experts from all over the world, this updated two-volume set reflects all these recent changes, making it a timely addition for both academic and public libraries.
Covering the humanities, arts, social sciences, sport, and popular culture in both biographical and topic entries ranging from 200 to 1000 words, culture is defined very broadly. In addition, there are also 5000 word essays, predominantly written by scholars and academics, which contextualize the shorter entries, and provide overviews to aspects of culture in the Jewish world.
Review
"A cross-cultural resource for this elusive concept... Ambitious and useful... Recommended." -- Choice, September, 2005
"A worthy second edition... The result is a well-rounded, scholarly overview of Jewish culture from the 18th century to the present... Coverage is international... The Encyclopedia is a worthwhile addition to collections supporting Jewish Studies programs and interests. It successfully offers a collective definition of modern Jewish culture, as well as a gateway to more comprehensive study." -- Against the Grain, December 2005
"By concentrating on modern Jewish culture and examining those who challenge or take issue with it, this encyclopedia provides a unique point of view... It is a useful addition to reference collections in academic, synagogue, and large public libraries." -- Booklist, May 15, 2005
"This two-volume work garners its own title, standing as a new work rather than a second edtion, incorporating changes brought about by the demise of the Soviet regime, the interchange of East European and Western scholrs, and the availability of previously inaccessible archives... Entries contain references and cross references, and, usefully, the index affords more detailed access to the contents." -- Reference & Research Book News, February 2006
"The contributors have done an impressive job... Independent, unbiased, scholarly, yet reader-friendly, the [Encyclopedias] approach is indeed much welcomed." -- Oriental Institute, University of Oxford, UK
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作者: Glenda Abramson (Editor)
出版社: Routledge; New edition (January 12, 2005)
语言: English
ISBN-10: 041529813X
ISBN-13: 978-0415298131
Book Description
Based on The Blackwell Companion to Jewish Culture published in 1989, the new Encyclopedia of Modern Jewish Culture has been completely updated and revised. As far as Jewish culture in its broadest sense is concerned, much has changed during last 14 years. Jewish demography has altered. Social, political, and religious structures have radically changed, and new communities have emerged. Ultra-Orthodox and religious nationalist militancy in Israel and Jewish fundamentalism worldwide have grown, and counteractive movements have been founded--especially in the US, changing diaspora Jewish political culture. Holocaust-related study and activities have also greatly increased. Written by experts from all over the world, this updated two-volume set reflects all these recent changes, making it a timely addition for both academic and public libraries.
Covering the humanities, arts, social sciences, sport, and popular culture in both biographical and topic entries ranging from 200 to 1000 words, culture is defined very broadly. In addition, there are also 5000 word essays, predominantly written by scholars and academics, which contextualize the shorter entries, and provide overviews to aspects of culture in the Jewish world.
Review
"A cross-cultural resource for this elusive concept... Ambitious and useful... Recommended." -- Choice, September, 2005
"A worthy second edition... The result is a well-rounded, scholarly overview of Jewish culture from the 18th century to the present... Coverage is international... The Encyclopedia is a worthwhile addition to collections supporting Jewish Studies programs and interests. It successfully offers a collective definition of modern Jewish culture, as well as a gateway to more comprehensive study." -- Against the Grain, December 2005
"By concentrating on modern Jewish culture and examining those who challenge or take issue with it, this encyclopedia provides a unique point of view... It is a useful addition to reference collections in academic, synagogue, and large public libraries." -- Booklist, May 15, 2005
"This two-volume work garners its own title, standing as a new work rather than a second edtion, incorporating changes brought about by the demise of the Soviet regime, the interchange of East European and Western scholrs, and the availability of previously inaccessible archives... Entries contain references and cross references, and, usefully, the index affords more detailed access to the contents." -- Reference & Research Book News, February 2006
"The contributors have done an impressive job... Independent, unbiased, scholarly, yet reader-friendly, the [Encyclopedias] approach is indeed much welcomed." -- Oriental Institute, University of Oxford, UK
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