The Orientalist Or Letters Of A Rabbi: With Notes (1831)

By James Noble (Orientalist.) and James Noble

Book Overview

The Orientalist Or Letters Of A Rabbi: With Notes (1831) is a book written by James Noble. The book is a collection of letters written by a fictional Rabbi who travels through the Middle East and Asia, describing his experiences and observations of the cultures he encounters. The letters are accompanied by notes from the author, providing historical and cultural context for the Rabbi's observations. The book is considered to be an important work in the field of Orientalism, as it provides insight into the attitudes and perspectives of Western scholars towards the cultures and peoples of the East during the 19th century. It is also an important work in Jewish studies, as it provides a rare glimpse into the experiences and perspectives of a Jewish traveler during this time period. Overall, The Orientalist Or Letters Of A Rabbi: With Notes (1831) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Middle East and Asia, as well as the history of Orientalism and Jewish studies.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: 1437321666
• ISBN13: 9781437321661
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"