This work represents the definitive account of the Jewish community in central Africa. It tells the story of the coming of the first Jews to the area in the late 19th century, the heyday of the Jewish community in the mid-20th century, and its decline since Zambian independence. Dealing primarily with the Jewish traders in Zambia who flourished in the face of both anti-semitism and their own acute social dislocation, Macmillan explores a number of interrelated topics: the colonial office discussions about Jewish immigration ...
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This work represents the definitive account of the Jewish community in central Africa. It tells the story of the coming of the first Jews to the area in the late 19th century, the heyday of the Jewish community in the mid-20th century, and its decline since Zambian independence. Dealing primarily with the Jewish traders in Zambia who flourished in the face of both anti-semitism and their own acute social dislocation, Macmillan explores a number of interrelated topics: the colonial office discussions about Jewish immigration in the 1930s, the attempts to settle refugees in Africa by both pro-and anti-semites, Jewish religious life in the region, and the remarkable cultural and professional role played by the Jewish settlers. Setting these issues in the context of a general history of southern and central Africa, this book constitutes a major contribution to our understanding of the economic history of the entire region. It will be of interest to both historians of Africa and anyone concerned with economic development, identity and immigrant communities.
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First Edition. Hardback. Dust Jacket. Large 8vo. pp ix, 342. Original publisher's black cloth, lettered gilt on spine. ISBN: 1860644058 Fine in fine dust wrapper.
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Poor. First Edition. Hardback. Dust Jacket. Large 8vo. pp ix, 342. Original publisher's black cloth, lettered gilt on spine. Signed presentation from David Fischer on front endpaper to Lois Sieff of Marks and Spencers, 'Dear Lois, I hope the bits in this history about my father and uncle will interest you, much love David'. Marks and Spencers are mentioned in the books. ISBN: 1860644058 Fine in fine dust wrapper.
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PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT SHIP TO DENMARK. New Book. Shipped from UK in 4 to 14 days. Established seller since 2000. Please note we cannot offer an expedited shipping service from the UK.
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PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT SHIP TO DENMARK. New Book. Shipped from UK in 4 to 14 days. Established seller since 2000. Please note we cannot offer an expedited shipping service from the UK.
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Very Good in Very Good jacket. Signed and inscribed by a previous owner. The dust jacket is a little shelf rubbed and edge worn. Now protected in cellophane. The binding is excellent. GK (R*FH)[INF46]