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Mysticism in 20th Century Hebrew Literature by Ḥamuṭal Bar-Yosef is a nonfiction available to read on EtoBox.

What is Mysticism in 20th Century Hebrew Literature about?

Challenging the notion that Jewish mysticism ceased to exist in the Hassidic enclaves of early nineteenth century Europe, Hamutal Bar-Yosef delves into the mystical elements of 20th century Israeli literature. Exploring themes such as unity, death, and sex, Bar-Yosef traces the influence and the trends towards secular mysticism found in Russian, Yiddish, and early Hebrew writers, and examines the impact of Zionism in creating a modern, living mystical literature. An exciting new text for anyone studying modern Hebrew literature.

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It is typically read by self-directed learners exploring a subject in depth.

Common subject areas: history, science, philosophy, social sciences.

Author
Ḥamuṭal Bar-Yosef
Publisher
Academic Studies Press
Published
2010
Language
EN
ISBN
9781936235018
Category
nonfiction
Subjects
History, Literary Criticism, Judaism

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