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Dates Covered: 1600 - 1945
ISBN: 0231103662
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Our Take
Christian anti-Semitism is a hard nut to crack. Why on Earth do Christians hate Jews? The Singular Beast takes task with all those who believe anti-Semitism is only for nuts and hatemongers. References to Jews as poisoners, god-killers, and unclean animals resonate throughout the very language and customs of the Christian World. Reading Mme. Fabre-Vassas's work will make those of you in America appreciate the benefits of living in a country without much history. It's hard to appreciate how ingrained anti-Semitic notions can be built into the actual ethnography of a people. The Singular Beast is a bit heavy-going at times, admittedly (the translation makes the prose quite flat), but for those who are interested in seeing History in the everyday, this book is truly fascinating. The book has been asking to be read a second time. You'll certainly never think about Jews or pigs the same way again. Read More at Amazon.com
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