This fascinating and inspirational new volume provides a thematic journey through the rich and diverse collections of the National Library of Israel and the Jewish people worldwide. Selected by the Library's curators and collections experts, this fine-art volume presents 100 of the most precious items in the Library's collections, from 5th century Babylonia to modern-day Tel Aviv, and shares illuminating stories and anecdotes about these significant works and the intriguing people behind them. Highlights include Maimonides' autograph copy of his Commentary on the Mishna; the Damascus Crowns including a vitally important 10th century Hebrew Bible codex; theological ruminations of Isaac Newton; love poetry by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent; manuscripts from leading Jewish and Israeli writers, such as Martin Buber, Stefan Zweig, Franz Kafka, Naomi Shemer, and Shai Agnon; and rare materials documenting Israeli history. High-quality photographs illustrate the stories, and the introduction sets these collections within their cultural and historical context. AUTHORS: Raquel Ukeles, PhD, is Head of Collections. Hezi Amiur, PhD, is Israel Collection Curator. Yoel Finkelman, PhD, is Haim and Hanna Solomon Judaica Collection Curator. Stefan Litt, PhD, is Humanities Collection Curator. Samuel Thrope, PhD, is Islam and Middle East Collection Curator. 

Author: RAQUEL UKELES
ISBN: 9781785514135
Type: Hardcover
Dimensions: 235x290mm
Publisher: Antique Collectors Agencies
Published Date: August 2023