Tel Aviv: Mythography of a City

by Maoz Azaryahu

Book Overview

Founded in 1909 as a "garden suburb" of the Mediterranean port of Jaffa, Tel Aviv soon became a model of Jewish self-rule and was celebrated as a jewel in the crown of Hebrew revival. Over time the city has transformed into a lively metropolis, renowned for its architecture and culture, openness and vitality. A young city, Tel Aviv continues to represent a fundamental idea that transcends the physical texture of the city and the everyday experiences...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0815631294
• ISBN13: 9780815631293
• Release Date: December 2006
• Publisher: Syracuse University Press
• Length: 328 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.3" x 9.2"