The Holocaust and Antisemitism: A Short History - Softcover

Hellig, Jocelyn

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1851683135 ISBN 13: 9781851683130

Publisher: Oneworld Publications, 2003

Synopsis

This straightforward study of a difficult and painful subject provides a comprehensive survey of antisemitism through the ages, which the author characterizes as 2000 years of virulent prejudice based on, and sustained by, stereotype and myth. Hellig shows how the same negative motifs have continued from medieval times into the era of Holocaust denial and widespread antisemitism on the internet, as new layers are built on an ancient foundation.

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Review:

"It is worth pausing to look at the originality and scope of the book that she has written."

(Jewish Affairs)

"It is fine to come across a historian who, knowing more than just her industry, is sure about her craft."

(Jewish Affairs)

"The strength of Hellig's book lies in her sophisticated sampling of the various theories of the Holocaust."

(Jewish Press)

"Hellig's exploration of antisemitism in all its religious and secular forms is very illuminating and educational."

(about.com)

"an invaluableprimer for the uninitiated."

(The Cape Times)

"reguarded as one of the most important academic studies of international Jewish interest to have come out of South Africa"

(Jewish Report)

" a comprehensive contribution that ought to be on all our bookshelves"

(The Sunday Independent)

About the Author:

Jocelyn Hellig was Associate Professor of World Religions at the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa, until her recent retirement. She is an expert on Judaism, and interfaith relations, and is a prominent spokesperson for Jewish affairs in South Africa.

About this edition

• Publisher: Oneworld Publications
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1851683135
• ISBN 13: 9781851683130
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 354