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Discover the compelling narrative of resilience and cultural revival in 'A Second Chance.' This insightful book chronicles the journey of Yiddish speakers from Eastern Europe who transitioned to life in Melbourne, bringing with them a rich cultural heritage and a determination to rebuild their community. Shortlisted for the Victorian Community History Awards 2019, this captivating account illustrates how these immigrants, amidst hardship and persecution, laid the foundations for a flourishing Yiddish cultural scene in Australia. The authors adeptly weave together personal narratives and archival research, illuminating the challenges and triumphs of this vibrant community. Experience the revival of a secular Yiddish world as stories of great institution builders and artistic endeavors come to life. This brand new publication from 2018, published by Monash University Publishing, is the perfect addition for history enthusiasts and those interested in Jewish cultural studies. The ISBN 9781925495850 offers readers a unique insight into the complexities of identity, integration, and cultural expression in a new land. Don't miss out on this essential exploration of community and belonging. Please note: Shipping for this item is free. Allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled..
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925495850
Year: 2018
Publisher: Monash University Publishing
Description:
Shortlisted for the Victorian Community History Awards 2019
They came from an old world
to a new land. The Yiddish speakers from Eastern Europe brought few material
possessions but clung to a language and a culture that defined who they were, a
way of life that had endured pogroms, persecution and a genocide that pushed
them to the brink of extinction. Melbourne gave them a second chance at life,
an opportunity to rebuild a secular Yiddish world that sat at the core of their
existence.
Hardship had taught these
Jews to be resilient, fiercely independent and great institution builders. A
community centre quickly became the beating heart of Yiddish Melbourne. The
arts flourished, newspapers were launched and schools were established. But
these immigrants also brought their competing political ideals, hotly contested
notions of what it meant to be a Jew and how to live life in this furthest
corner of the world.
Their arrival in Melbourne
was not always welcomed. The Australian authorities only grudgingly accepted
them as immigrants, in restricted numbers and under the sponsorship of Jews
already living here. Yiddish speakers, with their boisterous demeanour and high
visibility challenged the authority of the established Jewish community, which
traced its origins to the first settlement and which believed that 'blending in'
was the antidote to antisemitism.
Using the voices of the
immigrants themselves and archival sources, the authors give a compelling
account of how these Yiddish speakers came to shape, change and define an
entire community.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled..
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925495850
Year: 2018
Publisher: Monash University Publishing
Description:
Shortlisted for the Victorian Community History Awards 2019
They came from an old world
to a new land. The Yiddish speakers from Eastern Europe brought few material
possessions but clung to a language and a culture that defined who they were, a
way of life that had endured pogroms, persecution and a genocide that pushed
them to the brink of extinction. Melbourne gave them a second chance at life,
an opportunity to rebuild a secular Yiddish world that sat at the core of their
existence.
Hardship had taught these
Jews to be resilient, fiercely independent and great institution builders. A
community centre quickly became the beating heart of Yiddish Melbourne. The
arts flourished, newspapers were launched and schools were established. But
these immigrants also brought their competing political ideals, hotly contested
notions of what it meant to be a Jew and how to live life in this furthest
corner of the world.
Their arrival in Melbourne
was not always welcomed. The Australian authorities only grudgingly accepted
them as immigrants, in restricted numbers and under the sponsorship of Jews
already living here. Yiddish speakers, with their boisterous demeanour and high
visibility challenged the authority of the established Jewish community, which
traced its origins to the first settlement and which believed that 'blending in'
was the antidote to antisemitism.
Using the voices of the
immigrants themselves and archival sources, the authors give a compelling
account of how these Yiddish speakers came to shape, change and define an
entire community.