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Sacred Trash: The Lost And Found World Of The Cairo Geniza (Jewish Encounters Series)
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National Jewish Book Award Finalistwinner Of The 2012 American Library Associations Sophie Brody Award For Outstanding Achievement In Jewish Literaturesacred Trash Tells The Remarkable Story Of The Cairo Genizaa Synagogue Repository For Wornout Texts That Turned Out To Contain The Most Vital Cache Of Jewish Manuscripts Ever Discovered.This Tale Of Buried Communal Treasure Weaves Together Unforgettable Portraits Of Solomon Schechter And The Other Modern Heroes Responsible For The Collections Rescue With Explorations Of The Medieval Documents Themselvesletters And Poems, Wills And Marriage Contracts, Bibles, Money Orders, Fiery Dissenting Religious Tracts, Fashionconscious Trousseaux Lists, Prescriptions, Petitions, And Mysterious Magical Charms. Presenting A Panoramic View Of Almost A Thousand Years Of Vibrant Mediterranean Judaism, Adina Hoffman And Peter Cole Bring Contemporary Readers Into The Heart Of This Littleknown Trove, Whose Contents Have Rightly Been Dubbed The Living Sea Scrolls. Part Biography, Part Meditation On The Supreme Value The Jewish People Has Long Placed In The Written Word, Sacred Trash Is Above All A Gripping Tale Of Adventure And Redemption.(With Blackandwhite Illustrations Throughout.)
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Sacred Trash'? A: 'Sacred Trash' explores the Cairo Geniza, a repository of Jewish manuscripts, detailing its historical significance and the stories of those who rescued its contents.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Adina Hoffman and Peter Cole.
- Q: What awards has 'Sacred Trash' received? A: 'Sacred Trash' is a National Jewish Book Award finalist and won the 2012 American Library Association’s Sophie Brody Award for outstanding achievement in Jewish literature.
- Q: How many pages does 'Sacred Trash' have? A: 'Sacred Trash' contains a total of 304 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Sacred Trash' published? A: 'Sacred Trash' was published on June 21, 2016.
- Q: Does 'Sacred Trash' include illustrations? A: Yes, 'Sacred Trash' features black-and-white illustrations throughout the text.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Sacred Trash'? A: The book covers themes such as the value of written words in Judaism, adventure, and redemption through the lens of historical manuscripts.
- Q: Is 'Sacred Trash' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Sacred Trash' is suitable for academic study, particularly in Jewish literature and history, due to its detailed exploration of the Cairo Geniza.
- Q: Is 'Sacred Trash' part of a series? A: 'Sacred Trash' is part of the Jewish Encounters Series.