Disraeli: The Novel Politician

by David Cesarani

Book Overview

From the prizewinning Jewish Lives series, a fresh, vivid look at Disraeli's life, achievements, and temperament that casts doubts on his much-touted commitment to Jewish rights

Lauded as a "great Jew," excoriated by antisemites, and one of Britain's most renowned prime ministers, Benjamin Disraeli has been widely celebrated for his role in Jewish history. But is the perception of him as a Jewish hero accurate? In what ways did he contribute...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0300137516
• ISBN13: 9780300137514
• Release Date: April 2016
• Publisher: Yale University Press
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.1" x 8.5"