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Invention of the Jewish People By Shlomo Sand
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Binding: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN: 978-1788736619
Reader’s Age: Adults 18+
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Author: Shlomo Sand
Release Date: August 4, 2020
Genre: Non Fiction
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The Invention of the Jewish People by Shlomo Sand: A Bold Challenge to Jewish National History
About the Book
The Invention of the Jewish People is a groundbreaking work of history that questions long held ideas about Jewish origins and nationhood. Shlomo Sand argues that many modern Jewish communities descend from groups that converted across the Middle East and Eastern Europe, rather than from a single exiled nation, and traces how modern historians helped shape today’s national identity.
About the Author
Shlomo Sand is a historian who studied at Tel Aviv University and at the École des hautes études en sciences sociales in Paris. He has spent his career teaching contemporary history at Tel Aviv University, focusing on nationalism and European intellectual history.
Who Is This Book For?
This book is for readers who enjoy history that asks tough questions and doesn’t settle for easy answers. It’s a great pick for anyone interested in Middle East politics, nationalism studies, or the history of how nations and identities get built over time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is The Invention of the Jewish People a controversial book?
Yes, it sparked major debate when it was first published, especially in Israel, because it challenges widely held views on Jewish history and nationhood.
What is the main argument of the book?
Shlomo Sand argues that the idea of a single exiled Jewish nation was largely constructed by nineteenth and twentieth century historians, and that many Jewish communities descend from converts rather than a common ancestral exile.
Who should read this book?
Anyone interested in history, nationalism, or Middle East politics will find it a compelling and eye opening read, though it helps to come in ready for a challenging perspective
| Weight | 350 g |
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| Dimensions | 13.97 × 2.54 × 20.83 cm |
Readers will come away with a deeper understanding of how national identities are formed and sometimes reshaped by historians and political movements. The book walks through centuries of scholarship to show how the idea of a unified Jewish nation took hold, and what that means for understanding modern Israel. It's dense in places but rewarding for anyone patient enough to follow the argument through. Expect to finish this one with a lot to think about and maybe a few debates to have with friends.
