Evolution Of Modern Hebrew Literature, 1850-1912 (1916)

By A.S. Waldstein, Waldstein, Abraham Solomon,, A.S. Waldstein

Book Overview

The Evolution of Modern Hebrew Literature, 1850-1912 is a historical and literary analysis of Hebrew literature during the period of its modernization. Written by Abraham Solomon Waldstein and published in 1916, the book explores the development of Hebrew literature from the mid-19th century until the early 20th century, a time when the Hebrew language was being revived as a modern language of literature and culture.Waldstein examines the works of prominent Hebrew writers, including Mendele Mocher Sefarim, Yehuda Leib Gordon, and Sholem Aleichem, as well as lesser-known figures who contributed to the evolution of Hebrew literature during this period. The book also explores the social and political context in which these writers were working, including the rise of Zionism and the Jewish Enlightenment.The Evolution of Modern Hebrew Literature, 1850-1912 is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Hebrew literature, Jewish history, and literary history more broadly. It provides a comprehensive overview of the development of Hebrew literature during a crucial period of its modernization, shedding light on the cultural and intellectual history of the Jewish people during this time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436840910
• ISBN13: 9781436840910
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"