Encyclopedia of Modern Jewish Culture, 2 Vol. Set

The Companion to Jewish Culture - From the Eighteenth Century to the Present was first published in 1989. It is a single-volume encyclopedia containing biographical and topic entries ranging from 200 to 1000 word each. They have been written by experts from all over the world. In addition, there are 5000-word essays which contextualise the shorter entries, and provide overviews to aspects of culture in the Jewish world. These essays are predominantly written by scholars and academics. Culture is defined very broadly, covering the humanities, arts, social sciences, sport, and popular culture. The new edition will be updated throughout. As far as Jewish culture in its broadest sense is concerned, much has changed: Jewish demography has altered. Scientific discoveries have been made. Social, political and religious structures have radically changed. New communities have been revealed. Ultra-Orthodox and religious nationalist militancy in Israel and Jewish fundamentalism worldwide have grown and counteractive movements founded, especially in the USA. Diaspora Jewish political culture has therefore changed. Holocaust-related study and activities have increased.