Antisemitism: A Reference Handbook (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781576072097)

A survey of the historical, political, and sociological contexts of antisemitism in more than 50 countries.

Antisemitism: A Reference Handbook is the first reference work to present a global survey of antisemitism that goes beyond its history to reveal the roots and nature of antisemitism. Exploring how antisemitism has manifested itself in various countries from pre-Christian times to today's ongoing Palestinian Intifada, which has caused severe reactions in Arab and Muslim communities all over the world, this unique work traces the history of the hatred of Jews worldwide.

Approximately 20 biographical sketches profile advocates of antisemitism such as William Marr, who coined the term "antisemitism," and opponents of antisemitism such as St. Anselm and Martin Luther King. In this serious yet accessible volume, students, scholars, government officials, and diplomats will discover the answers to such puzzling questions as "What is antisemitism?" and "How does antisemitism relate to racism and to group prejudice in general?"

Author: Jerome A. Chanes
ISBN-10: 1576072096
ISBN-13: 9781576072097
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Language: English
Published: 12/01/2004
Pages: 368
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.44lbs
Size: 9.38h x 6.34w x 1.23d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 02/15/2005 pg. 86
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2005 pg. 171
Choice 06/01/2005 pg. 1800