This meticulously researched and unusually perceptive book is social and intellectual history at its best. In tracing the fortunes of the ritual murder charge against Jews in 15th- and 16th-century Germany, it reveals not only fresh insights about the dynamics of the ritual murder charge, but also the social strains and cultural workings of pre-Reformation Germany. Hsia argues persuasively that the ritual murder charge expressed the deepest fears of a population that took the power of both Jewish magic and Christian blood for granted. In so doing, the ritual murder proceedings assumed a salvic role in a Christian redemptive drama. For students of Jewish history, religious culture, and the Middle Ages. Benny Kraut, Univ. of Cincinnati
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

We are dedicated to providing customers with easy, flawless transactions and excellent books! We provide 100% customer satisfaction and are always here to answer any questions or concerns for our customers.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

Farm For Books Inc
1734 Bellaire Street, Denver, CO, 80220, U.S.A.

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

Shipping Terms

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Order quantity	4 to 14 business days	3 to 8 business days
First item	US$ 5.50	US$ 12.75

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.