The Jewish World: 365 Days
Books / Hardcover
Books › Religion › Judaism › History
ISBN: 0810955792 / Publisher: Harry N. Abrams, November 2004
A new installment of the successful series features lavish imagery of archaeological finds, ancient manuscripts, artwork, and traditional and ceremonial objects that evoke everyday life in Jewish communities throughout history. 40,000 first printing.
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The Israel Museum, which houses a major collection of Jewish art and artifacts illustrating Jewish ritual and secular culture around the world, celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2005. Featured items from biblical to modern times--one for each day of that year (corresponding to 5765/5766 in the Hebrew calendar)--convey the essence, diversity, and continuity of Jewish heritage. The gift-worthy volume includes information about the Jewish calendar and references relating to Judaica, Jewish ethnography and fine arts. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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