Jewish Books in North Africa by Noam Sienna HARDBACK 9780253073082

Indiana University Press

Jewish Books in North AfricaBetween the Early Modern and Modern Worlds\nAuthor(s): Noam Sienna\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Indiana University Press, United States\nImprint: Indiana University Press\nISBN-13: 9780253073082, 978-0253073082\nSynopsis\nJewish Books in North Africa delves into the multifaceted significance of books among North African Jews. From the late Middle Ages to the 19th century, this exploration encompasses the history, manufacture, distribution, and readership of Jewish books. These texts were not mere vessels of knowledge; they were integral to a vibrant cultural tapestry that stretched across North Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.\n Author Noam Sienna unveils a vast Sephardic world created by these books. This literary network transcended geographical boundaries, connecting Jewish communities from Fez and Tunis to Salonica,Jerusalem, and [url] examining cultural centers and tracing the journey of these texts, Sienna provides depth to our understanding of .