Antisemitism: A Reference Handbook

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A survey of the historical, political, and sociological contexts of antisemitism in more than 50 countries. * A detailed worldwide survey of antisemitism, covering every major country from Austria to Yemen * Biographical sketches of influential antisemitic figures such as John Chrysostom, Father Charles Coughlin, and David Duke as well as individuals who fought against antisemitism such as Abraham Foxman, David Harris, and Martin Niemoller

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"This is a useful handbook that provides objective information. It will help readers understand antisemitism and gather data for research, databases, or personal use. Public, academic, school, and synagogue libraries will welcome it for their collections." - American Reference Books Annual "Biographical sketches are followed by a country-by-country reference discussing both historical legacy and recent developments, making Antisemitism an excellent overview reference recommended for college-level and advanced high school collections alike." - The Midwest Book Review "Chanes provides an exploration in depth of the historical, political, and sociological contexts of antisemitism from an international perspective. Recommended. All libraries." - Choice

Author Bio

Jerome A. Chanes teaches American Jewish sociology at Barnard College, Columbia University, New York, NY and at Stern College, Yeshiva University, New York, NY. He is a senior research fellow at the Center for Jewish History at the Graduate Center of City University of New York, New York, NY.