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A History of the Jews

Written by: Paul Johnson
Narrated by: Nadia May
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 This historical magnum opus covers 4,000 years of the extraordinary history of the Jews as a people, a culture, and a nation. It shows the impact of Jewish character on the world - their genius, imagination, and, most of all, their ability to persevere despite severe persecutions. Compelling insights into events and individuals are chronologically detailed, from Moses and Jesus to Spinoza, Marx, Freud, the Rothschilds, and Golda Meir.©1987 Paul Johnson (P)1989 Blackstone Audio, inc. Judaism World Imperialism Holocaust Ancient History Moses
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"It's no mean feat to successfully compress 4,000 years of history into 645 pages, but Johnson has more than met the challenge....an excellent, nonscholarly history for general readers." ( Library Journal)
"A tour de force....A remarkable achievement." ( The New York Times Book Review)
"A marvelous book....This is history: richly textured, provocative and wise." ( The Plain Dealer)

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Amazing history

I really enjoyed having listened the abook. Such a rich history with so many nuances is brilliantly summarized by the author. Also, it amazed me to realize that the history of this people is of much higher importance than I first assumed. Fundamental if one wants to understand a little better today’s messy world.
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Excellent history of the Jews

Thought provoking yet grim. Only wish the reader had less of a British accent and pronounced Hebrew names more familiarly to what I am used to.

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Incredible depth

loved the book, disliked the narration style. the lady's voice is too high pitched and her speech pattern slightly stacato for my taste. her prononciation is excellent.

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