Haven of Liberty: New York Jews in the New World, 1654-1865

Haven of Liberty: New York Jews in the New World, 1654-1865

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Author: Howard B. Rock
Format: Paperback, 152mm x 229mm, 658g, 368 pages
Published: New York University Press, United States, 2015

Haven of Liberty chronicles the arrival of the first Jews to New York in 1654 and highlights the role of republicanism in shaping their identity and institutions. Rock follows the Jews of NewYork through the Dutch and British colonial eras, the American Revolution and early republic, and the antebellum years, ending with a path-breaking account of their outlook and behavior during the Civil War. Overcoming significant barriers, these courageous men and women laid the foundations for one of the world's foremost Jewish cities.

Howard B. Rock is Professor of History Emeritus at Florida International University. He is the 2012 runner-up for the Dixon Ryan Manuscript Award presented by the New York State Historical Association, for Haven of Liberty: New York Jews in the New World, 1654-1865. He is also the author or editor of five other books.

Author: Howard B. Rock
Year of Publication: 2015
Genre: Regional History
Format: Paperback

Vendor: Book Grocer
SKU: 9781479803514
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Tags: History of the Americas New Arrivals November-2024 Paperback Regional - International studies Religious groups Social groups religious groups and communities United States of America - USA

Weight: 658 g

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Author: Howard B. Rock
Format: Paperback, 152mm x 229mm, 658g, 368 pages
Published: New York University Press, United States, 2015

Haven of Liberty chronicles the arrival of the first Jews to New York in 1654 and highlights the role of republicanism in shaping their identity and institutions. Rock follows the Jews of NewYork through the Dutch and British colonial eras, the American Revolution and early republic, and the antebellum years, ending with a path-breaking account of their outlook and behavior during the Civil War. Overcoming significant barriers, these courageous men and women laid the foundations for one of the world's foremost Jewish cities.

Howard B. Rock is Professor of History Emeritus at Florida International University. He is the 2012 runner-up for the Dixon Ryan Manuscript Award presented by the New York State Historical Association, for Haven of Liberty: New York Jews in the New World, 1654-1865. He is also the author or editor of five other books.