Description: Men of Silk by Glenn Dynner Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description Hasidism, a kabbalah-inspired movement founded by Israel Baal Shem Tov (c1700-1760), transformed Jewish communities across Eastern and East Central Europe. In Men of Silk, Glenn Dynner draws upon newly discovered Polish archival material and neglected Hebrew testimonies to illuminate Hasidisms dramatic ascendancy in the region of Central Poland during the early nineteenth century. Dynner presents Hasidism as a socioreligious phenomenon that was shaped in crucial ways by its Polish context. His social historical analysis dispels prevailing romantic notions about Hasidism. Despite their folksy image, the movements charismatic leaders are revealed as astute populists who proved remarkably adept at securing elite patronage, neutralizing powerful opponents, and methodically co-opting Jewish institutions. The book also reveals the full spectrum of Hasidic devotees, from humble shtetl dwellers to influential Warsaw entrepreneurs. Publisher Description Hasidism, a kabbalah-inspired movement founded by Israel Baal Shem Tov (c1700-1760), transformed Jewish communities across Eastern and East Central Europe. In Men of Silk, Glenn Dynner draws upon newly discovered Polish archival material and neglected Hebrew testimonies to illuminate Hasidisms dramatic ascendancy in the region of Central Poland during the early nineteenth century. Dynner presents Hasidism as a socioreligious phenomenon that was shaped incrucial ways by its Polish context. His social historical analysis dispels prevailing romantic notions about Hasidism. Despite their folksy image, the movements charismatic leaders are revealed as astutepopulists who proved remarkably adept at securing elite patronage, neutralizing powerful opponents, and methodically co-opting Jewish institutions. The book also reveals the full spectrum of Hasidic devotees, from humble shtetl dwellers to influential Warsaw entrepreneurs. Author Biography Glenn Dynner is a Professor of Religion at Sarah Lawrence College Details ISBN 019538265X ISBN-13 9780195382655 Title Men of Silk Author Glenn Dynner Format Paperback Year 2009 Pages 400 Publisher Oxford University Press Inc GE_Item_ID:137017919; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys
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ISBN-13: 9780195382655
Book Title: Men of Silk
Number of Pages: 416 Pages
Publication Name: Men of Silk : the Hasidic Conquest of Polish Jewish Society
Language: English
Publisher: Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Subject: Judaism / General, Judaism / Orthodox, Europe / Poland
Item Height: 0.8 in
Publication Year: 2008
Type: Textbook
Item Weight: 19.7 Oz
Author: Glenn Dynner
Item Length: 6.1 in
Subject Area: Religion, History
Item Width: 9.2 in
Format: Trade Paperback