Jewish
London: An Illustrated History
Dr Gerry Black
Jewish history in London properly begins with the
arrival of a small group of Jews with William the
Conqueror. Despite their expulsion in 1290, the influence
of Jews on the life of capital has grown, especially
after the large-scale immigrations of the 19th and
20th centuries. The Jews have had an extraordinary
impact on the life of the city, and this book shows
how it happened.
His narrative gives a vivid portrait of outstanding
individuals who made notable contributions to the
Jewish community and to the wider history of the
capital – businessmen, artists, lawyers, artisans.
At the same time he records momentous events that
marked the course of Jewish history in the city,
from the expulsion of 1290 to the Jack the Ripper
case and the Sydney Street siege.
The story comes right up to the present day, as
Gerry Black looks back at the further immigration
that took place from Germany and Austria before World
War Two and from Egypt, Hungary, Iraq, Iran and India
after the war. His lively account offers a sharp
insight into the contribution made by modern Jews
to the culture and economy of London. His book will
be essential reading for everyone who is interested
in the Jewish community and the cultural diversity
of the capital.
2007 • £9.99 • PB • 176pp
260 x 195mm • 200 illus.
ISBN 978 1 85983 593 7
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