Max Nordau: A Biography

by Anna Nordau and Max Nordau

Book Overview

Max Nordau: A Biography is a book about the life and legacy of Max Nordau, a prominent Jewish writer, physician, and cultural critic of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Written by Nordau himself, the book provides a detailed account of his upbringing, education, and career as a physician and writer, as well as his involvement in the Zionist movement and his contributions to the development of modern Jewish culture.The book begins with Nordau's childhood in Hungary and his early education in Vienna, where he developed a keen interest in science and literature. After completing his medical studies in Paris, Nordau moved to London, where he became involved in the city's intellectual and cultural scene and began writing for various newspapers and journals.Throughout the book, Nordau reflects on his experiences as a Jew living in Europe during a time of rising anti-Semitism and political turmoil. He discusses his involvement in the Zionist movement and his belief in the importance of Jewish cultural revival, as well as his criticisms of modern art and literature and his advocacy for a return to traditional values.Overall, Max Nordau: A Biography provides a fascinating insight into the life and ideas of one of the most influential Jewish intellectuals of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and sheds light on the cultural and political landscape of the era.A Biography Of One Of The Intellectual Fathers Of Zionism By Two Of His Children.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432594605
• ISBN13: 9781432594602
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 454 Pages
• Weight: 1.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"