Looking for an Enemy: 8 Essays on Antisemitism

Book Overview

From medieval accusations that Jews murder Christians for their blood to the far-right conspiracy theories animating present-day political discourse, it's clear that the belief that Jews are plotting against society never dies--it just adapts to suit the times. In eight illuminating essays from brilliant Jewish writers and thinkers, Looking for an Enemy offers an urgent, profound take on the experience of antisemitism and its historical context.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1324064544
• ISBN13: 9781324064541
• Release Date: August 2023
• Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.6" x 8.3"