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ORIGINAL EDITION. Koestler advances the thesis that Ashkenazi Jews are not descended from the historical Israelites of antiquity, but from Khazars, a Turkic people originating in and populating an empire north of and between the Black Sea and Caspian Sea. Koestler's hypothesis is that the Khazars who converted to Judaism in the 8th century migrated westwards into current Eastern Europe (primarily Ukraine, Poland, Belarus, Lithuania, Hungary and Germany) in the 12th and 13th centuries when the Khazar Empire was collapsing.
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- Q: What is the main thesis of 'The Thirteenth Tribe'? A: 'The Thirteenth Tribe' by Arthur Koestler argues that Ashkenazi Jews are not directly descended from the historical Israelites but rather from the Khazars, a Turkic people who converted to Judaism in the 8th century.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: This book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may have signs of wear but is still suitable for reading.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Thirteenth Tribe' have? A: 'The Thirteenth Tribe' has a total of 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition of 'The Thirteenth Tribe' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Thirteenth Tribe' originally published? A: 'The Thirteenth Tribe' was originally published on June 1, 1976.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Thirteenth Tribe'? A: The author of 'The Thirteenth Tribe' is Arthur Koestler.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'The Thirteenth Tribe' can be suitable for academic study, especially in fields related to history, sociology, and Jewish studies, due to its unique thesis and historical analysis.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This listing is for the original edition of 'The Thirteenth Tribe'.
- Q: What geographical regions does the book discuss? A: 'The Thirteenth Tribe' discusses the migration of the Khazars into various regions of Eastern Europe, including Ukraine, Poland, Belarus, Lithuania, Hungary, and Germany.
- Q: Are there any notable critiques of the book? A: Yes, 'The Thirteenth Tribe' has received both support and criticism, particularly regarding Koestler's hypothesis about Jewish ancestry and historical interpretations.