David Wolffsohn: Herzl's Successor (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432572198)

David Wolffsohn: Herzl's Successor is a biography written by Emil Bernhard Cohn about the life and achievements of David Wolffsohn, a prominent figure in the Zionist movement. The book explores Wolffsohn's role as a key player in the establishment of a Jewish homeland in Palestine, following the death of Theodor Herzl, the founder of modern political Zionism. Cohn delves into Wolffsohn's early life, his upbringing in Lithuania, and his journey to Germany, where he became involved in the Zionist movement. The book traces his rise to prominence as a leader in the World Zionist Organization, his election as president of the organization, and his tireless efforts to secure a Jewish homeland in Palestine. The author also examines Wolffsohn's relationships with other prominent figures in the Zionist movement, such as Chaim Weizmann and Nahum Sokolow. Cohn highlights Wolffsohn's diplomatic skills and his ability to bring together different factions within the Zionist movement, which was critical to the success of the movement.Overall, David Wolffsohn: Herzl's Successor is a comprehensive and insightful biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of the most important figures in the Zionist movement. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Zionism and the establishment of the State of Israel.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.

Author: Emil Bernhard Cohn
ISBN-10: 1432572199
ISBN-13: 9781432572198
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 296
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.67d