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Jerusalem : rebirth of a city / Martin Gilbert.

By: Material type: TextTextLanguage: English Publication details: New York : Viking, 1985.Edition: 1st American edDescription: xvii, 238 pages : illustrations ; 26 cmISBN:
  • 0670807893
  • 9780670807895
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 956.94/4
LOC classification:
  • 416 DS 109.925 G465j 1985
Summary: The book explores how Jerusalem evolved from a neglected, disease-ridden town under Ottoman rule into a vibrant, modern city. It chronicles the influx of Jewish immigrants, Christian pilgrims, and European interests, all of which contributed to its physical and spiritual renewal. Gilbert highlights the development of infrastructure, education, and health services, and he traces the roles played by key individuals and communities in the city’s rebirth. Through maps, archival documents, and personal narratives, Gilbert captures the city's diversity, complexity, and central role in the national revival of the Jewish people. This work serves both as a historical narrative and a tribute to the resilience and spiritual significance of Jerusalem.
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Item type Current library Home library Collection Shelving location Call number Copy number Status Barcode
Libro Libro Biblioteca Juan Bosch Biblioteca Juan Bosch Recursos Regionales Recursos Regionales (2do. Piso) 416 DS 109.925 G465j 1985 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 00000193203

"Elisabeth Sifton books."

Includes index.

Bibliography: pages [228]-233.

The book explores how Jerusalem evolved from a neglected, disease-ridden town under Ottoman rule into a vibrant, modern city. It chronicles the influx of Jewish immigrants, Christian pilgrims, and European interests, all of which contributed to its physical and spiritual renewal. Gilbert highlights the development of infrastructure, education, and health services, and he traces the roles played by key individuals and communities in the city’s rebirth.

Through maps, archival documents, and personal narratives, Gilbert captures the city's diversity, complexity, and central role in the national revival of the Jewish people.

This work serves both as a historical narrative and a tribute to the resilience and spiritual significance of Jerusalem.

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