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by Sidney Mendelssohn (Author)
""The Jews of Africa"" is a historical account of the Jewish community in Africa during the 16th and 17th centuries. Written by Sidney Mendelssohn and published in 1920, the book delves into the lives and experiences of Jews living in various parts of Africa, including Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Ethiopia, and South Africa. Mendelssohn explores the social, economic, and political conditions that shaped the lives of African Jews during this time period, including their interactions with Muslim and Christian communities, their involvement in trade and commerce, and their religious practices and beliefs. The book also examines the impact of various historical events on the Jewish community in Africa, such as the Inquisition and the expulsion of Jews from Spain and Portugal. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, ""The Jews of Africa"" provides an insightful and comprehensive look into a lesser-known chapter of Jewish history.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.
