Please note: In order to keep Hive up to date and provide users with the best features, we are no longer able to fully support Internet Explorer. The site is still available to you, however some sections of the site may appear broken. We would encourage you to move to a more modern browser like Firefox, Edge or Chrome in order to experience the site fully.

Supporting your high street Find out how »
The Book of Delight and Other Papers, Paperback / softback Book

The Book of Delight and Other Papers Paperback / softback

Paperback / softback

Out of stock

Description

"The Book of Delight and Other Papers" is a collection of essays written by Israel Abrahams, a renowned British-Jewish scholar, and historian.

The first essay, "The Book of Delight," explores the medieval Hebrew book "Sefer ha-Middot," which is a collection of ethical teachings and wisdom literature.

The author provides a detailed analysis of the text and discusses its relevance to modern readers.

Other essays in the book cover topics such as the Jewish community in medieval Spain, the role of women in Jewish society, and the history of Jewish prayer.

Abrahams also examines the works of prominent Jewish writers and thinkers such as Maimonides and Spinoza.

Throughout the book, Abrahams emphasizes the importance of preserving and celebrating Jewish culture and heritage.

He highlights the contributions of Jewish thinkers and writers to the broader intellectual and cultural landscape and argues that understanding Jewish history and culture is essential for understanding the wider world.

Information

Other Formats

Save 1%

£12.99

£12.79

Out of stock
Add to Basket
Sign in to add to wishlist
 
Free Home Delivery

on all orders

 
Pick up orders

from local bookshops

Information