Gold-Toned Pin in the Shape of an Open Book, Featuring a Portrait of Theodor Herzl and a Star of David on the Cover, with Decorative Wheat Motifs on Both Sides. Europe, Early 20th Century.
A rare and historically significant item.
Pin dimensions: 8×3 cm. Complete and in very good condition.
A fascinating interview with Theodor Herzl, conducted by writer and biographer Reuven Brainin at Herzl’s home in Vienna following the Second Zionist Congress (just months before the Third Congress). The interview was published in six consecutive issues of “HaMelitz” between January and February 1899. In the interview, Herzl offers rare insights on various topics, including: His opponents: “They are dishonest people.” His Zionist vision: “We are trying to give you the Land of Israel.” His personal devotion to the Zionist cause: “How much money have I spent from my own pocket since I began my Zionist work…”, His book Der Judenstaat (The Jewish State): “I wrote my book, The Jewish State, and with that, I felt I had fulfilled my duty to my people.” His self-perception as a leader: “Everything I do, I do by my own conviction and inner recognition. If my actions are good and acceptable to you—so be it. If not, find yourselves another leader.” The future of the Zionist movement after his death: “I created the Congress, and this creation is stronger than I am. If I die, let the next Congress president dedicate a brief eulogy to me and immediately move on to the pressing issues at hand…”, and more. This collection contains the full interview as published in “HaMelitz” in issues 24, 25, 26, 28, 34, and 39. (It is important to note that the missing intermediate issues of “HaMelitz” did not contain additional parts of the interview—the text presented here is complete).
The writer, biographer, and Zionist activist Reuven Brainin traveled specially to Vienna to conduct an interview with Theodor Herzl regarding the most pressing questions that occupied the Jewish people about the Zionist movement and its path—particularly regarding “Political Zionism”. Was it the beginning of a new era, or perhaps the end of one? Brainin also sought to hear Herzl’s response to the criticism voiced by many circles that he had “appointed himself” as a leader without the people accepting him as such. This interview took place after the Second Zionist Congress and just a few months before the Third Zionist Congress in August of that year.
“I came to Vienna to see and observe firsthand the unfolding of this new era for Israel, in its very creation and formation, ” Brainin describes. In this historic interview, we gain a rare glimpse into Theodor Herzl’s mindset, his emotions, his self-perception in relation to the movement he founded, and his vision during this pivotal period in the early days of Political Zionism under his leadership. Brainin met Herzl at his home on the morning of January 23, 1899, as a gesture of distinction from Herzl: “My friend Herzl’s acquaintances told me that he usually receives those who approach him on Zionist matters at the editorial office of ‘Die Welt.’ Yet, for me, he made an exception.” Brainin describes how, after Herzl introduced him to his father, his wife, and his three children, the two sat down for the interview—but not before Herzl explicitly granted Brainin permission to publish the conversation in the newspaper “HaMelitz.”
At the beginning of the interview, Herzl was asked his opinion on the opponents of “Political Zionism” (the approach in which Herzl prioritized a political solution for the Jewish people in the Land of Israel, postponing questions of Jewish identity and ideology). Herzl responded: “Our opponents are dishonest people.”
When the interviewer remarked that he knew many of them personally and that many were, in fact, honest people, Herzl replied: “Then they are ignorant fools.”
Brainin continued, asking Herzl about a major global event that had taken place two months earlier—his meeting with Kaiser Wilhelm II in Jerusalem. He inquired whether Herzl’s decision to go to Jerusalem and meet the Kaiser was intended to demonstrate political sovereignty—that is, to present Herzl as the representative of the “state-in-the-making.” At the time, many critics dismissed or even opposed the meeting, arguing that Herzl did not represent the Jewish people before the German Kaiser. Herzl responded:
“The German Kaiser is one of the great political architects of our time… Indeed, I do not concern myself with the education of the next generation. I act according to the forces that are presently available and at hand… For there are countless streams and tendencies within Judaism, and it is impossible to judge fairly which one is correct or to decide between them… We are trying to give you the Land of Israel, and once the people take hold of it, their natural inclination will determine which ideology is right and appropriate for their character, their spirit, and their development.”
Brainin pressed further, questioning Herzl in a critical tone, presenting him with the perspective that a significant portion of the Jewish people did not view him as “a leader at the helm”, and that he had essentially appointed himself to leadership without the people’s approval. Herzl responded with pain, revealing that he had never intended to lead the Zionist movement in the first place:
“How many sacrifices have I made for our cause, for our dream? How much money have I spent from my own pocket since I began my Zionist work? Everything I do, I do by my own conviction and inner recognition, and I cannot act otherwise. If my actions are good and acceptable to you—so be it. If not, then seek another person to stand at your head.” Herzl then provided a remarkable insight into his original intention when writing The Jewish State and how leadership was thrust upon him against his will: “I wrote my book The Jewish State, and in doing so, I believed I had fulfilled my duty to my people. I assumed that someone else would emerge to turn my vision into reality, while I would return to my literary work and my peace. But then the Zionists came, and fate assisted them—they dragged me out of my study, pulled me into the battlefield, and placed me at the head. And now that I have begun working for my people, I cannot turn back from the path I have chosen. It is now the duty of those who chose me to assist me and to uphold discipline and order.”
Brainin continued questioning Herzl about the fragile reality in which he was essentially the “sole ruler” of the Zionist movement. The movement had accepted Herzl without dispute as a “one-man rule”, but Brainin raised concerns: What if Herzl made a mistake? Would he lead the entire people astray? And what would happen after his death—would the Zionist movement be left like a flock without a shepherd? Herzl responded:
“In other words, what will happen if I die… Indeed, although I consider myself a healthy man in the prime of my strength, I have given much thought to what will become of my work after my death, and I will answer you. Everything I have done and am doing for the political idea I have chosen is written and sealed in documents that are safely kept with me. These documents will be handed over, after my passing, to my ideological brethren who are worthy of them. Furthermore, I have created the Congress, and this creation is stronger than I am. If I die, let the president of the next Congress dedicate a brief eulogy to me and immediately move on to the pressing issues at hand.” It is astounding how Herzl’s words were fulfilled just four years later, when he passed away at only 44 years old.
Later in the interview, Herzl emphasized the critical role of Zionist writers in spreading the movement’s message in every language and tongue, urging as many people as possible to subscribe to the Jewish Colonial Bank shares:
“Sign! Sign! Sign!” (Brainin notes: “Herzl spoke with great enthusiasm, his facial expressions more animated than usual.”) “All our labor will be in vain if we do not establish the Jewish Bank now… As proof of my commitment, I myself have signed for numerous shares on behalf of my children… The Jewish Bank will lend money to the Ottoman government under favorable terms, and in return, it will grant us settlement licenses in the Land of Israel.” Herzl also stressed the need for European governments to become involved in the Zionist cause, highlighting the importance of reducing reliance on the Ottoman Empire, which at the time controlled the Land of Israel.
In the final issue, Brainin expresses his conclusions and impressions following his interview with Herzl, as well as his personal feelings in Herzl’s presence:
“At the end of our conversation, he spoke at length, his words flowing uninterrupted for more than half an hour. He spoke with warmth and extraordinary enthusiasm.” Brainin sums up his impressions:
“I saw and was convinced that all his words, actions, letters, thoughts, and reflections are entirely directed toward *his great idea—’The Jewish State.’ He adds: “Herzl is an optimist and believes that with money, the Land of Israel can be purchased. This is why he becomes angry and irritated when speaking of our wealthy Jews who stand at a distance from the Zionist cause.” Brainin also criticizes Herzl, stating:
“Jewish wisdom, literature, and language—when considered on their own—are meaningless in Herzl’s eyes. They hold value *only to the extent that they serve the idea of ‘The Jewish State.’
Herzl believes that anyone who does not fully adhere to his idea in all its details is not a Jew at all…”. He describes Herzl as a mysterious figure, keeping his great moves a secret: “He loves to cloak small matters in grand words. He loves secrecy, concealment, and mystery—even when there is no need for it. He constantly strives to appear before the Jewish public through a veil, like the hero of legend… He knows how to evade questions he does not wish to answer clearly… He favors people who submit to him and accept his views… We, the Jews of the East, must speak openly and repeatedly to our leader, whom we know to honor and respect as he deserves… The Third Zionist Congress is approaching…”
Reuven Brainin (1862–1939): Brainin published several biographical works on Zionist leaders, including Moritz Lazarus, Moshe Gideman, Theodor Herzl, Israel Zangwill, and Max Nordau. He regularly covered the early Zionist Congresses. In 1909, he immigrated to the United States, where he founded the weekly newspaper “HaDror” in New York. Between 1912 and 1916, he lived in Montreal, Canada, serving as editor of the Zionist newspaper “Keneder Adler” and later of “Der Veg” (1915–1916). He was also one of the founders of the Canadian Jewish Congress (CJCCC) and the Jewish Public Library in Montreal.
Complete set of six issues. Very good condition.
Theodor Herzl’s Zionistische Schriften, herausgegeben von Prof. Dr. Leon Kellner – A Luxurious Edition of Theodor Herzl’s Zionist Writings, Edited by Prof. Dr. Leon Kellner, Published by Jüdischer Verlag, Berlin, 1905 – A First Edition Published Posthumously. Two Parts in One Volume (Separate Title Page for Each Part). German. Includes Photographic Plates and Sketches of Herzl’s Portrait.
“The Zionist Writings were intended to show all Jews who believe in themselves and their future how Theodor Herzl envisioned that future…” (From the introduction). The collection includes articles, speeches, letters, and excerpts from Herzl’s major works, among them: Herzl’s opening speech at the First Zionist Congress, The concluding speech on the Congress’s results, “The Congress of Basel”, “The Eternal Jew”, Speech at the Second Zionist Congress, The Rothschild colonies, “Women and Zionism” (on the contribution of Jewish women to the Zionist enterprise)
The “Die Welt” program, and many more.
The editor, Leon Kellner (1859–1928), a Jewish-Austrian intellectual who greatly contributed to the dissemination of Zionist ideas. He was a professor of English literature at the University of Czernowitz (now in Ukraine) and authored a biography of Herzl.
312 [14] pages. Minor wear on the cover. Good condition.
19 Issues of the Monthly Journal Di Tsukunft (Yiddish: “די צוקונפט” – “The Future”) – One of the Most Important Literary and Political Magazines in the History of Yiddish Culture. New York, 1902–1912 (Non-Consecutive Issues).
Issues from the Following Years:
1902: January, February, November, December.
1903: May.
1904: December.
1905: February, March, April.
1906: July, August, October, November, December.
1907: May, June.
1912: February.
Di Tsukunft was one of the most important literary and political magazines in the history of Yiddish culture. Founded in 1892 in New York, it was published for over a century, serving as a central platform for Jewish thought, literature, and politics. The magazine played a key role in spreading socialist, Bundist, and Zionist ideas, and at times also liberal and even communist perspectives. It featured articles on: Global and Jewish politics – discussions on Zionism, socialism, communism, and Jewish affairs worldwide. Literature and poetry in Yiddish – contributions from some of the greatest Yiddish writers and poets, including Isaac Bashevis Singer, Sholem Asch, Avrom Reyzen, I.L. Peretz, and many others. Cultural reviews – covering theater, cinema, Jewish and general literature. Jewish history and philosophy – articles on Jewish history, philosophy, and cultural influences. The magazine played a significant role in shaping the Jewish intellectual consciousness of Yiddish speakers in America and Europe. It provided a platform for intellectual discourse and influenced political movements among Jews in the United States, Poland, and Russia. Despite the gradual decline in Yiddish readership after World War II, Di Tsukunft continued publishing for decades, remaining one of the last symbols of intellectual Yiddish journalism.
Light wear to covers. Overall good-moderate condition.
“Great Britain, Palestine and the Jews: Jewry’s Celebration of Its National Charter” – A Comprehensive Review of Reactions to the Balfour Declaration Across the Jewish World, Marking the Dawn of a New Era in Jewish History and a Milestone Toward the Establishment of a Jewish Homeland in Eretz Israel. Published by George H. Doran Company, New York, 1918 – First Edition.
“The declaration of the British Government in favor of the establishment of a National Home for the Jewish people in Palestine is the greatest event in Jewish history since their dispersion. The manner in which this declaration was received and celebrated by Jewish communities both here and abroad was marked by boundless enthusiasm and overflowing gratitude… This booklet aims to provide a brief yet comprehensive review of the various forms of celebration within the Jewish world in honor of the publication of the British Zionist Charter. It is necessarily limited to the events and expressions of the first few weeks following Mr. Balfour’s statement…” (From the Introduction).
A rare publication compiling the enthusiastic reactions of the Jewish world to the Balfour Declaration, issued shortly after Britain announced its support for the establishment of a Jewish National Home in Eretz Israel. The booklet opens with the full text of the Balfour Declaration, followed by an extensive survey of declarations and statements issued by Zionist organizations worldwide, all celebrating what was viewed as the beginning of a new era in Jewish history. The review includes responses from Zionist federations and organizations in England, the Zionist Conference in Baltimore, the Central Committee of the Zionist Organization in Russia, the Zionist Federations of France, the Netherlands, Germany, Canada, Switzerland, Belgium, Greece, and Scandinavia. It also features resolutions and official messages of gratitude from various Jewish organizations following the declaration, including the Jewish Territorial Organization in Britain, B’nai B’rith, and many others. Additionally, the booklet provides press coverage from Hebrew newspapers across Europe, along with statements from prominent Jewish leaders worldwide. Among them: Herbert Samuel: “I rejoice wholeheartedly in the declaration issued by the British Government regarding Palestine.” Lord Rothschild: “I believe this declaration is the most significant ever made, as it marks the first official recognition by a great power of the true status of the Jewish people.” Stephen Wise: “The declaration has transformed Zionism from a national aspiration into a political reality. For centuries, no statement has been made with such profound consequences for the well-being of Israel…”, The booklet also features reactions from Nahum Sokolow, Chaim Weizmann, James de Rothschild, and others.
Furthermore, it provides a detailed account of mass public celebrations held in various cities worldwide upon hearing the news of the Balfour Declaration.
The impressive cover design features a Star of David with the Hebrew inscription: “Eretz Israel L’Am Yisrael” (“The Land of Israel for the People of Israel”).
VII, 93 pages. Very good condition.
Yidisher National-Fond – Special Issue Marking 20 Years Since the Establishment of Keren Kayemet LeIsrael. Riga, March 13, 1922.
On the front, portraits of Theodor Herzl and Prof. Hermann Schapira appear alongside a special proclamation from the “Tze’irei Zion” (Young Zionists) central committee in Latvia, announcing a week dedicated to Keren Kayemet LeIsrael in honor of its 20th anniversary, described as “entirely devoted to propaganda and work for the national institution”. The proclamation states: “The day of the approval of the Mandate is approaching, which will enable the acceleration of immigration to our land. In these critical moments, we must acquire sufficient land in Eretz Israel as a foundation for the mass settlement of our people in our homeland…”. The entire issue (4 pages) is dedicated to articles discussing the great mission of Keren Kayemet LeIsrael in the redemption of Eretz Israel’s land, and the urgency of immigration and large-scale Jewish settlement in the country.
[4] pages. 57 cm. Fold marks. Good condition.
Palestine: Problem and Promise – An Economic Study – The most comprehensive economic study on the future of Palestine during the British Mandate, conducted shortly before its end. By Robert R. Nathan, Oscar Gass, Daniel Creamer. Published by Public Affairs Press, Washington, 1946 – First Edition. A rare copy with the original dust jacket, featuring photographs of pioneers working in the Land of Israel. English. Copy dedicated as a Bar Mitzvah gift.
A comprehensive in-depth study of life in Palestine, conducted over two years (from December 1943 to March 1945) by economists Robert R. Nathan, Oscar Gass, and Daniel Creamer. The authors thoroughly examine the challenges facing the population of Palestine, focusing on internal Jewish relations, the impact of the Zionist movement on the country’s development, Jewish-Arab relations, and the potential for Jewish immigration to Palestine. The study analyzes the economic implications of these factors, covering agriculture, industry, trade, infrastructure, natural resources, and economic development potential, including a detailed examination of water resources, labor force, and opportunities for expanding production and exports. The study also delves into inter-communal relations, both within the Jewish population and between Jews and Arabs. A comprehensive demographic analysis led the researchers to a significant conclusion: “Zionist reconstruction has provided the Arabs of Palestine with a higher standard of living than in other parts of the Arab Middle East. Jewish demand has created an important market for Arab agriculture, and Jewish enterprises have provided some employment for Arab labor…”. The report further states that Jewish-Arab cooperation in the near future was unlikely and that such collaboration could only be facilitated with the assistance of the United Nations. The researchers were able to outline the development of Jewish industry in Palestine across various sectors, concluding that the country’s economic progress depended directly on the rate of Jewish immigration in the coming years—a prediction that later proved entirely accurate. The study provides a deep analysis of all of Palestine’s economic resources.
This copy was dedicated as a Bar Mitzvah gift to Bernard in 1952, from Mr. & Mrs. M. Escher and Sons. The dedication appears on the front endpaper:
“To Master Bernard J. Lebrecht, on the occasion of his Bar Mitzvah, with sincerest good wishes from Mr. & Mrs. M. Escher and Sons, 20th Adar 5713.”
X, 675 pages. Hardcover with original dust jacket. Minor tears on the dust jacket, with a small missing section on the lower back cover. The book itself is in very good condition.
Judaea Lives Again – The Important Book by the Legal Adviser to the British Mandate Government in Palestine, Norman Bentwich, on the Future of the Land of Israel – Written Towards the End of World War II and Close to the Establishment of the State of Israel. Published by Victor Gollancz, London, 1944. Signed and Dedicated Copy by the Author to Joe Davidson (Possibly the Famous American Sculptor).
“I have sought to describe the renewal of Judaism, as well as of the Jew… and also to suggest the contribution that the life of Judaea can make to a social and spiritual order. It seems too early to propose a specific solution to the political issues between Jews and Arabs that have troubled their relations. But I have tried to fairly examine the perspectives of both peoples and the operation of the international trust… so that each nation will be willing to let the other dwell under its vine and fig tree, ‘and none shall make them afraid.’ What Einstein wrote in 1930, after the murderous Arab outbreak, remains true today: ‘They must come together, despite everything.” (From the introduction).
An Important Publication by Norman Bentwich, Describing the Critical Years of the Jewish People’s National, Cultural, and Social Renewal in the Final Years of World War II in the Land of Israel. The book reviews the ideological, social, and economic efforts of the Zionist movement to reestablish a Jewish national center in the Land of Israel. It describes settlement activities, agricultural development, infrastructure construction, and the challenges faced both locally and internationally. Among other topics, Bentwich details the revival of the Hebrew language, the renewal of the education system, and the growth of Jewish culture in the country. He highlights key milestones such as the establishment of academic institutions like the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, which became a symbol of Jewish intellectual revival. As a legal adviser to the British Mandate government, Bentwich also examines the legal aspects of building a Jewish state, the relations with the local Arab community, and British Mandate policies in Palestine. “At the outbreak of World War II, the Jewish-Arab problem seemed almost unsolvable to British policymakers, ” he writes. He points to the naivety and lack of understanding among the British Mandate authorities in its early years, who believed the Jewish-Arab conflict would resolve itself, assuming that both peoples would have a shared interest in coexistence and peace. “The last ten years, unfortunately, have been marked by a continuous deterioration in Jewish-Arab relations, ” he writes, concluding just months before the end of the war:
“At the end of the war, Palestine will become the central issue of global policy.”
He further asserts that a solution to the conflict will only come through the voluntary agreement of both peoples to a shared future of construction and prosperity.
Bentwich expresses optimism regarding the establishment of a sovereign Jewish state in the Land of Israel, envisioning cooperation with neighboring nations. He addresses the challenges faced by the Zionist movement, including opposition from the Arab population, positions of foreign nations, and internal complexities within the Jewish community itself.
The book is accompanied by eight photographic plates, featuring: Cooperative settlement in Nahalal, Jewish fishermen in Haifa Bay, The Jewish community in Degania, Bialik School in Tel Aviv, The headquarters of the Jewish Agency and KKL in Jerusalem, and more.
On the protective page, there is a signed dedication from the author to “Joe Davidson”. It is possible that this refers to Jo Davidson, the famous 20th-century American sculptor, known for creating portraits of notable figures such as Albert Einstein, Woodrow Wilson, and other world leaders.
Norman Bentwich [1883–1971], was born in London to a wealthy and educated Jewish family. His father, Herbert Bentwich, was a lawyer and a key figure in the Zionist movement in Britain. Norman studied law at Cambridge University and later served as Legal Adviser to the British Mandate Government in Palestine from 1921 to 1929. In his role, he was responsible for drafting and implementing Mandate laws, particularly concerning Jewish settlement, while also facing criticism from both Arabs and Jews in Palestine. He was a staunch supporter of Zionism and the revival of the Jewish settlement in the Land of Israel. After leaving his position in the Mandate government, he became a professor at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where he founded the Faculty of Law. Bentwich actively promoted Jewish-Arab coexistence, though his moderate stance on the issue sometimes drew criticism from Zionist circles. He was also a prolific writer, publishing dozens of books and articles on legal, historical, and Zionist topics. Among his most notable works are “The Mandates System”, in which he analyzed the international mandate system established after World War I, and his autobiography, “My Seventy-Seven Years”, where he recounted his memories and experiences. Throughout his life, Bentwich embodied the vision of liberal Zionism, advocating for cooperation with Arabs in Palestine and the establishment of a just and equitable society. He also played a significant role in the revival of Hebrew culture and language, educating generations of lawyers and scholars through his academic work.
Norman Bentwich passed away on April 8, 1971. He left behind a lasting legacy in the fields of law, Zionism, and academia, and was one of the most prominent figures of his time in these areas.
191 pages + [8] photographic plates. Original dust jacket. Condition: Good – Very Good.
THE JEW AND PALESTINE: A Land of Impending Glory – by W. Lamb, published by The Worker Trustees, Australia, 1935. A travel book by a British traveler who visited the Land of Israel in 1934 and was deeply moved by the power of the Zionist enterprise. Lamb urges German Jews to leave as quickly as possible and immigrate to Eretz Israel to take part in the Zionist endeavor. He also addresses European antisemitism and denounces the falsehood of The Protocols of the Elders of Zion.
Lamb traveled extensively through New Jerusalem, Samaria, Mount Carmel, the Galilee, Tel Aviv, and other cities. Alongside his physical descriptions of the land, he documents the rapid progress of the Zionist movement: “Exactly twenty years after that first Zionist Congress, in 1917, our nation, Great Britain, came to support the Zionist cause through the famous ‘Balfour Declaration, ‘ by which our government pledged itself to the Jewish national aspiration. The British objective is that this scattered people should now be enabled to return once again to the land of their ancestors as an independent nation.” He continues: “Great things are happening all the time now in Palestine. As we have seen in the past, this long-desolate Holy Land has been preparing for some great event. The pioneers of an ancient dispersed race are rebuilding the old wastelands… Once agricultural, the land is now pulsing with industrial enthusiasm. The waters of the Jordan and Yarmouk are already harnessed, and they now send electric power from one end of the Holy Land to the other. Where once neither town nor village had sufficient light, the entire land is now surrounded by a network of poles and wires, transmitting power generated to illuminate every dark corner. High-voltage transmission lines carry this energy from the Jordan, eastward… The waters, diverted into turbines, generate 8,500 horsepower in each.” Lamb further expresses enthusiasm for Palestine’s growing radio network: “Throughout this land, wireless networks now exist, constantly tuned into the broadcast programs of most major European cities. The daily newspaper, close connection with the world by sea, land, and air, the telegraph, the radio, the cinema, iron, steel, invention, with a constant stream of immigration and ceaseless tourist traffic—all these are part of the strange rebirth that is now unfolding so rapidly in the most mysterious land this world has ever known. In Palestine, perhaps more dramatically than anywhere else…”.
Lamb also writes about the persecution of Jews by the Nazis in Germany and urges German Jews to join the Zionist movement as quickly as possible—both to save themselves before it is too late and to advance the Jewish national revival.
A special chapter is dedicated to The Protocols of the Elders of Zion, in which the author exposes the falsehood of the document. He contrasts the conspiratorial claims made in the Protocols with historical facts and demonstrates that the document is a complete fabrication.
The book also presents data on Jewish settlement in Palestine since 1919, the development of Jewish industry, and describes in detail the miracle of the Jewish people’s return to their homeland after 2,000 years of exile.
208 [2] pages. Good condition.
The Story of Dagania – By Joseph Baratz, one of the pioneers who founded the settlement. Published by “Omanut” Eretz-Israel, 1931. English. Accompanied by rare photographs from the early days of the settlement and its first founders.
An early publication detailing the first two years (1909-1911) of Degania Aleph’s establishment, located at the southern edge of the Sea of Galilee, and the efforts of the pioneers who built the settlement. It describes in detail the challenges they faced—economic, agricultural, health-related, and social difficulties. The book also recounts a heated dispute among the settlers regarding the permanent location of the settlement—some opposed establishing it so close to the Jordan River swamps. Additionally, security concerns are discussed, as Degania Farm was near an area where bandits would carry their loot across the Jordan River.
The author, Joseph Baratz (1890-1968), immigrated to Eretz Israel from Kishinev in 1909. He was one of the founders of the first Zionist labor party, “Poalei Tza’ir, ” and a founding member of Degania Aleph. Later, he became a member of Israel’s First Knesset.
78 [2] pages. Stains on the cover. Good condition.
COMBINED MILITARY AND POLICE ACTION for Platoon Commanders and Junior Police Ranks – Palestine Headquarters, 1947 – A Detailed Guide of the British Palestine Police. Classified Cover Note: “Restricted. The information contained in this document must not be disclosed, directly or indirectly, to the press or to any unauthorized person.” Eretz Israel, 1947 – Only Edition.
A rare publication detailing the organizational structure of the British Palestine Police, including police ranks, duties, recruitment teams, district divisions, search procedures in buildings, principles of operation, and more. The guide is illustrated with diagrams and illustrations of police ranks, insignias, tactical division of forces before entering a village, and police conduct regulations during raids. Among the unique details included is a list of Sabbath laws that Jewish police officers must be aware of to avoid ordering a Jew to violate the Sabbath, instructions on clearing a firearm stoppage, guidelines on conducting searches on detainees, and other operational protocols.
Extremely rare. Only one copy is listed in the WorldCat global library catalog.
35 pages. Light stains. Good condition.
Report of the Anglo-American Committee of Inquiry regarding the problems of European Jewry and Palestine . His Majesty’s Stationary Office, London, April 20th, 1946.
A special committee that was established after the Holocaust and its purpose was to examine the problem of immigration of hundreds of thousands of DPs in the refugee camps – Holocaust survivors who were still in European countries after the Holocaust, and the possibility of assistance in bringing them to Eretz Israel. The Government of the United States and the United Kingdom have jointly appointed this Committee with a view to reaching practical conclusions within 120 days only. The committee began its activities on January 4, 1946. As part of its work, it toured the various European countries: Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, Austria, Italy, and Greece, and after that time returned to Jerusalem on March 6. Commission envoys visited Beirut, Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq. The committee delivered its results in Switzerland, with the summary submitted in the rare report before us.
It is reported here at length on the balance of power between Jews and Arabs in the Land of Israel, and on the implementation of the regulations established in previous reports, particularly those of the Peel Commission. Some of the committee’s conclusions were that most Jews would continue to live in European countries, and that in the near future the countries would have to solve the refugee problem in the countries themselves. To this end, the committee turned to a number of channels in an attempt to return to the Jews their property stolen during the Holocaust, as well as providing compensation to the families of survivors from Nazi-controlled or cooperating countries that would help them rebuild their lives in their scattered lands. The committee also recommended the sweeping issuance of 100,000 immigration permits to Palestinians for Jews in the DP camps, according to agreements it had agreed with the Jewish Agency as part of its work. It is astonishing, however, to read how the Commission is adamant that a Jewish state cannot be established in Palestine (only two years before it is actually established) due to the Arab minority opposing it, and recommends that Palestine continue to be governed under the British Mandate for the implementation of a ‘UN Trust Agreement’, detailing the details of the plan.
[2], 80 p. 25 cm. condition good.
Report on Palestine: Report to the General Assembly by the United Nations Special Committee on Palestine Foreword by Senator Robert F. Wagner Published by Somerset Books, Inc. Published by Somerset Books, Inc., New York, 1947 – First Edition. English.
The United Nations Special Committee on Palestine (UNSCOP) was established on May 15, 1947, following a request from the United Kingdom for the General Assembly to provide recommendations regarding the future governance of Palestine. The committee, composed of representatives from 11 nations, was tasked with investigating the underlying causes of the conflict between Jews and Arabs in Mandatory Palestine and proposing possible solutions. During its investigation, the committee visited Palestine, collected testimonies from various parties, and submitted its final report on September 3, 1947. The report outlined two main proposals: The Majority Plan – Recommended the partition of Palestine into two independent states, Jewish and Arab, with an economic union between them and the establishment of a special international regime for Jerusalem. The Minority Plan – Proposed the establishment of a single federal state, with Jerusalem as its capital. The Jewish leadership accepted the Majority Plan, while the Arab leadership rejected both proposals. The committee’s recommendations formed the basis for United Nations General Assembly Resolution 181, which was adopted on November 29, 1947, recommending the partition of Palestine into two states, leading to the eventual establishment of the State of Israel and the continued conflict in the region.
This book, published by Somerset Books, Inc., presents the full report of UNSCOP, including its recommendations and appendices, providing a critical historical record for understanding the decisions that shaped the creation of Israel and the ongoing conflict. The report includes: The findings and recommendations submitted by the Special Committee on Palestine to the Second Session of the UN General Assembly. A summary of the committee’s establishment, its work in Jerusalem, Beirut, and Geneva, and an analysis of Palestine’s geographical, demographic, and economic factors. A historical review of Palestine under the British Mandate. Jewish and Arab arguments and testimonies presented to the committee. The special status of Palestine as the Holy Land sacred to three world religions. A detailed examination of proposed solutions and general guiding principles regarding the future governance of Eretz Israel, and more.
XXIX, 204 pages. Hardcover with original dust jacket. Light tears on the dust jacket.
The Palestine Problem Today: Israel and Its Neighbors – An Important Publication on the Contemporary Issues of the Young State of Israel, By Carl Hermann Voss, published by Beacon Press, Boston, 1953 – First Edition.
An Important Publication on the Young State of Israel and Jewish-Arab Relations in Light of the Events Leading Up to Israel’s Establishment. The book was written following the author’s fourth visit to the Middle East, offering a sympathetic perspective toward the Jewish people. Voss was deeply impressed by the courage of the pioneers, even in the face of British rule. He describes Israel in 1949 as “the most dynamic country I have ever seen.” The author had witnessed persecuted Jews in detention camps in Germany and Austria, and was moved to see them again in Israel. He extensively discusses key contemporary issues, including:
Swastika and Star of David – The consequences of Hitler’s persecution of the Jewish people, Did the British Mandate succeed?, The Jewish connection to Eretz Israel, Why did Arab armies invade the new State of Israel?, Were the holy places desecrated?, How did Israel manage a 125% population increase within five years?, What were the primary challenges facing Israel (five years after its establishment)?, The status of Palestinian refugees, U.S. relations with the Arab world, The condition of Jews behind the Iron Curtain in the Soviet Union, Does Israel have colonial ambitions? And more.
The book includes photographs, among them: A school for Arab refugee children in Gaza. A Yemeni Jew driving a tractor. Israeli soldiers at a Tel Aviv cinema. A view of Haifa Bay from Mount Carmel. Maps of Israel and the Near East.
The author, an American writer and theologian, extensively researched Jewish-Christian and Jewish-Arab relations, as well as political issues in the Middle East. He served as Chairman of the Executive Council of the American Christian Palestine Committee.
XV, 64 pages. Light stains on the cover. Condition: Good – Very Good.
AMIN AL-HUSSEINI Grossmufti von Palästina – “Amin al-Husseini, the Grand Mufti of Palestine” – A Publication Issued in Berlin at the Height of World War II in Support of the Mufti of Jerusalem, the Nazi Ally. By Kurt Fischer-Weth. Published by WALTER TITZ VERLAG, BERLIN-FRIEDENAU. Berlin, 1943 – First Edition.
The book focuses on various aspects of the life of Haj Amin al-Husseini [1895–1974], the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem, detailing his political, religious, and social activities and reviewing his influence on Palestinian and Arab history. The author describes the Mufti’s struggles against British initiatives in favor of the Zionist enterprise (the Balfour Declaration), the conflicts between Jews and Arabs over control of the Western Wall, his role in the outbreak of the 1936 Arab Revolt, which he orchestrated from his sanctuary in Al-Aqsa Mosque, his escape to Syria, and more. Among other topics, the book discusses the issues debated in the congresses of the Supreme Muslim Council, which were held in Nablus in the 1920s, and additional historical events. The book is written in a critical tone toward both Zionism and Britain, which the author describes as “the greatest obstacle to Arab and Islamic revival”—a perspective expected from a German writer in Nazi Germany, which was then an ally of Husseini.
Al-Husseini was a central figure in the Palestinian national movement during the British Mandate period. He was appointed Mufti of Jerusalem in 1921 by the British Mandate authorities and, throughout his tenure, was vehemently opposed to the Zionist movement and Jewish immigration to Palestine. During World War II, he collaborated with the Axis Powers, including Nazi Germany, to advance the Palestinian struggle against the British and Zionists. As early as May 28, 1930, the Mufti contacted the German Foreign Ministry, expressing his protest against British policies in Palestine and accusing them of protecting only their own and Zionist interests. On March 31, 1933, just two months after Adolf Hitler was appointed Chancellor of Germany, the Mufti visited the newly appointed German consul, Dr. Heinrich Wolff, in his Jerusalem office, becoming the first to welcome him upon his arrival. During World War II, al-Husseini conducted propaganda efforts in Iraq on behalf of the Axis Powers, portraying Germany as “the protector of the Muslim world” and Hitler as “the defender of Islam, whose goal was to establish a free Arab federation liberated from British rule.” After the war, he continued his political activities in exile until his death.
The book is accompanied by photographs of Palestinian Arabs during the British Mandate, the Mufti in his office, the Temple Mount, and more.
95 pages + [5] photographic plates. Condition: Good – Very Good.
A pair of historic letters from the Iraqi Consul in Jerusalem, marking the first official approval for the transfer of the remains of David Raziel, the commander of the Irgun (Etzel), from Iraq to Eretz Israel. Jerusalem, August 1947.
In the first letter, the Iraqi Consul in Jerusalem addresses officials in Iraq, formally requesting authorization to transfer the remains of David Raziel to Eretz Israel. In the second letter, the long-awaited response arrives: “We are pleased to inform you that the competent Iraqi authorities have agreed to your request to transfer the remains of David Raziel.” The letter bears the signature of the Iraqi Consul. This was the first official approval granted by the Iraqi government for the repatriation of David Raziel’s remains.
David Raziel [1910-1941] – “Aluf Ben Anat” was one of the founders of the Irgun (Etzel), its fourth commander, and the head of Betar in Eretz Israel. Born in 1910, he immigrated to Palestine with his family at the age of three. However, due to their Russian citizenship, the family was expelled and wandered for eight years before returning. Raziel completed his high school studies at Tachkemoni, where his father taught, and later continued at Merkaz Harav Yeshiva in Jerusalem. He also studied at the Hebrew University and was a member of the El-Al Student Alliance. His views on the British shifted following the outbreak of World War II, when the Nazis became a common enemy. In 1941, the British sent him to Iraq to suppress an anti-British uprising. Leading a four-man commando unit, he was killed near Fallujah by a German aerial bombardment. The British buried him in Habbaniya, Iraq, and extensive efforts were made to negotiate with the Iraqi government to bring his remains to Eretz Israel. Although Iraq initially granted approval in 1955, it was on the condition that Raziel’s remains be reburied in Cyprus, not Israel. It was only in 1961 that Menachem Begin persuaded the new leader of Cyprus to allow the final transfer, and on 28 Adar (March 1961), David Raziel was finally laid to rest on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem in a funeral attended by thousands.
[2] Letters, 20×16.5 cm. The letter confirming the approval for the transfer of Raziel’s remains is printed on official Iraqi consulate letterhead, bearing the Iraqi national emblem. Fold marks. Good condition.
“Only an Independent Hebrew Force, Fighting with Hebrew Weapons, Under the Command of Hebrew Officers, Will Conquer the Homeland for the People… We Have War Against the Arab Enemy, a War to the End.” – A Strong Irgun (Etzel) Proclamation Urging Jews Not to Rely on the World’s Conscience or External Protection, But Only on Armed Force and Active Participation in Combat. Eretz Israel, Early 1940s.
“Jews! In this time of trial, when Jewish blood is abandoned to Arab rioters in Zion, in this time of trial when the entire world has become a prison camp and a graveyard for countless of our brethren in exile… Do not believe in the conscience of the world or in the mercy of foreigners. Only an independent Hebrew force, fighting with Hebrew weapons, under the command of Hebrew officers, will conquer the homeland for the people…”. The proclamation continues, stating that the British army did nothing to prevent the Jewish Yishuv from being handed over to Arab gangs. It declares that “the enemy will not be destroyed by standing guard, but through face-to-face combat. We have war against the Arab enemy, a war to the end, a war that we shall not cease even with the establishment of an Arab state…”. And ends with a call to Hebrew youth to join the ranks of the Irgun and take part in the battle.
[1] leaf. 33×21 cm. Light stains. Good condition.
“To the People and to the Youth!” – A Fierce Irgun (Etzel) Proclamation Against the “Dissidents” Who Advocate Non-Violent Resistance Against the Arab Enemy and the British, Explaining Why Only War Can Lead to Political Gains for the Jewish People. Adar 5707 (1947).
The proclamation quotes the arguments of those opposing armed struggle and rebuts them from within: “The Greeks’ refusal to surrender to Mussolini gave him a ‘pretext’ to wage war against Greece. The partisan war against the Nazi invaders throughout Europe gave Hitler a ‘pretext’ to persecute the enslaved populations in the occupied countries…
These twisted minds still do not understand – or pretend not to understand – that we are engaged in a war of life or death, a war for the very survival of our people. And in this war, we must be prepared to make great sacrifices and endure superhuman suffering. And it is all worthwhile: for without this struggle – woe to us and woe to our children. Shall we place our fate in the hands of blind defeatists like you? Without our war, you wouldn’t even have a tangible basis to demand slightly more immigration certificates in exchange for your ‘cooperation’ with the destroyers of your own people…”.
[1] leaf, printed on both sides. Good condition.
“Do Not Touch the Transfer!” – “The Land of Israel is the Only Hope for German Jews, and the Transfer Serves as Their Only and Final Lifeline”. A powerful poster against those opposing the Haavara Agreement, which served as the first and crucial means of rescue for German Jews from Nazi persecution. Printed by Ha’aretz, [Tel Aviv, ca. 1933]. Rare.
The Haavara Agreement (“Transfer”) was a document signed on August 25, 1933, between the Nazi authorities and the Jewish Agency. The initiative behind the agreement came from the German-Jewish businessman Sam Cohen. According to the agreement, Jews who wished to emigrate from Germany to Eretz israel were required to sell their property in Germany and deposit their funds in German banks. These funds were then used to purchase German goods, which were exported to Palestine. Upon their arrival, the goods were sold, and the immigrants received part of the proceeds.
On the surface, the agreement appeared beneficial for both parties: the Nazi regime sought to expel German Jews in its goal to create a “Jew-free Germany” and saw this as a means to encourage their departure, while Zionist institutions aimed to increase Jewish immigration to Palestine. The agreement was executed through three intermediary companies: Hanoar (a subsidiary of Bnei Binyamin, the first company granted the concession for property transfers), Anglo-Palestine Company (which, thanks to the agreement, transformed from a small bank into an international financial institution), and Haavara Ltd.
The Haavara operations sparked fierce controversy both in the Yishuv and among Diaspora Jewry. The main objections stemmed from the necessity of engaging with Nazi Germany, which was seen as untouchable by many in the Yishuv, raising serious moral questions about collaborating with the enemy. Additionally, the agreement practically undermined the global boycott that American Jews attempted to impose on German goods. The opposing factions in the Yishuv were led by Mapai, which controlled the Jewish Agency and promoted the agreement, while the Revisionist movement vehemently opposed it. The poster before us was issued by supporters of the agreement, arguing:
“The Land of Israel is the only hope for the Jews of Germany, and the transfer serves as their only and final bridge to escape.” The poster claims that the Revisionists opposed the agreement not out of genuine concern but due to their narrow political interest in resisting anything the Zionist movement represented. It condemns the protests against the agreement, calling upon Zionists to reject the accusations of treason leveled at the Zionist leadership:
“Zionism stands today before a historic test. Jews! Will you believe the deceivers who claim that the Zionist Congress, the Jewish Agency, and its central institutions, which have taken responsibility for the Transfer, are betraying the Jewish people? … No Zionist with responsibility and discipline should participate in the public vote on ‘Haavara.’ Do not take part in harmful demonstrations! Show your political maturity and practical judgment.”
In retrospect, those who supported the agreement and issued this poster saw reality as it was. The Jews who wisely took advantage of the Haavara framework, liquidated their assets, and left Germany at this stage ultimately saved their lives and the lives of future generations.
Size: 61X92 cm. Folding marks. Good condition.
“STEPCHILDREN? An Appeal on Behalf of the Institution of the Yemenite Jews of Jerusalem, Palestine” – By Maximilian Hurwitz, published by the American Relief Society for the Yemenite Jews of Jerusalem, Palestine, Inc. A special booklet advocating for the Yemenite Jewish community, calling upon the Jews of the United States to provide material and spiritual aid to this ancient Jewish community in Eretz Israel during its time of hardship. Features numerous photographs. New York, 1928 – Only edition.
A special publication in support of the Yemenite Jews living in Jerusalem. “With the aim of raising Jewish public awareness of the plight of our Yemenite brethren in Palestine, ” this publication seeks to raise $300,000 for a loan fund designated to support Yemenite families in the establishment of schools, orphanages, homes for the elderly and widows, religious and educational institutions for Yemenite Jews in Jerusalem, independent housing, and assistance in building homes for Yemenite immigrants. The first section of the booklet covers the history of Yemenite Jewry from the second century CE, the status of Yemenite Jews during the time of Maimonides, their economic conditions in the 19th century, their employment and political status, the persecution of Jews in Yemen in the early 20th century, and the severe poverty that ultimately led to their first mass migration to Eretz Israel: “The Jews living in Yemen are now at a great disadvantage, oppressed by a people who declare themselves holy and pious but are exceedingly cruel, barbaric, and harsh… The Jews live in dark dwellings like prison cells…”.
The second section discusses the Yemenite Jewish community in Eretz Israel after their immigration and the harsh living conditions they endured from the early 20th century. The booklet describes: The first Jewish settlements in Eretz Israel in the 19th century. The establishment of Yemenite agricultural settlements in the early 20th century. The first homes built by Yemenite laborers. The severe poverty faced by Yemenite Jews in Jerusalem and the colonies. The spiritual hardship, exemplified by the closure of a Yemenite Talmud Torah (religious school) with 300 students due to lack of funding: “Seeing that they are neglected and forgotten, the Yemenite Jews of Palestine, despite their proud independence and strong spirit of self-reliance that prevents them from depending on others, were forced to turn to us, their American brethren, for help. Therefore, they sent to this land one of their spiritual leaders, Rabbi Al-Ghabali (A delegate of Yemenite Jewry from Eretz Israel to the United States – At the end of the booklet, a photograph of Rabbi Ghabali appears), to acquaint us with their problems and needs and to enlist our sympathy and assistance…”. The author criticizes the Zionist leadership for failing to support Yemenite Jews and calls on American Jewry to take part in this critical fundraising campaign, warning that the existence of Yemenite Jewry was in real danger:
“It is clear that it would be a crime for the Jewish people to abandon the Yemenite Jews to the mercies of their ancient tormentors—the barbaric Arabs who now rule that unfortunate land. It would also be the height of folly not to help the Yemenite Jews who have already arrived in Eretz Israel become farmers and strong landowners—the backbone of any nation. And as a people who take pride in our deep interest in spiritual matters, it is equally clear that we must provide for their spiritual needs.”
The booklet ends with a heartfelt plea on behalf of Yemenite Jews:
“Shall it be said of Israel that it treats some of its most faithful sons not as children, but as stepchildren? The Jews of Yemen, who for two thousand years have upheld the torch of Judaism under the most difficult conditions, are waiting for your response.”
Accompanied throughout by rare photographs depicting Yemenite Jews in their traditional attire—a Yemenite Chayder, Torah students, Jewish artisans, and more.
28 [2] pages. Very good condition.
Orrori e miserie della schiavitù in Abissinia – “The Horrors and Misery of Slavery in Abyssinia” – A detailed account of the lives of the inhabitants of Ethiopia, by the traveler Weiel Ludwig. Published by S.A.C.S.E., Milan, 1935 – First Edition. Italian. One of the earliest Western publications providing a chillingly detailed depiction of the unbearable living conditions in Abyssinia. The book is accompanied by photographic plates documenting various figures in traditional attire, captured by the author during his journey.
A Record of the Journey of the English Traveler Ludwig Weiel, Describing the Suffering and Hardships Experienced by the Ethiopian People Living Under Harsh Conditions of Slavery. Weiel, who bore witness to these events, details the inhumane conditions in which the slaves were kept, the forced marches, and the physical and psychological abuses they endured. He documents the grim daily realities of Ethiopia’s slave trade, as well as the economic chaos that plagued every corner of the region: “The overall situation is most distressing. There is no real central authority; each Ras, every leader, commands a small army of marauders at his service, living as parasites at the expense of farmers and shepherds, imposing taxes and levies that at times swallow the entire harvest of a meager year. When supplies run low, raids ensue, where abundant spoils are seized, and thus defenseless populations are attacked and robbed of their livestock… On my journey through Ethiopia, I observed certain facts that send shivers down one’s spine, demonstrating the absolute incapacity of these people to maintain their independence. Their ignorance, their barbarism, sustains a breeding ground of resistance to progress and civilization, posing a constant danger with their armed gangs to neighboring colonies. I could enumerate a series of recent incidents attesting to encroachments and raids beyond the empire’s borders.”
Among other things, he describes the failing judicial system:”Summary proceedings, and even more so, summary justice. Suffice it to say that the leaders are also the judges, bringing to court the full weight of their authority, always ensuring, above all, to protect their own interests. In Ethiopia, there are neither courtrooms nor lawyers. Trials take place outdoors, in public squares and village markets. The judge listens first to the accused, then to the accuser, pretends to consult some ancient sacred texts, and finally delivers a verdict, which is almost always arbitrary…”. He also describes the brutal penal system and the government’s actions aimed at breaking the people’s spirit, the daily struggles they faced, and yet, despite everything, how the people of Abyssinia managed to retain their joy of life.
At that time, Ethiopia was under the rule of the Ethiopian Empire, led by Emperor Haile Selassie. The country maintained an internal system of slavery, which had been an integral part of its social and economic structure for centuries. Most of the slaves were individuals captured in internal wars or kidnapped by slave traders, and at times, debtors who were sold into bondage. They primarily served the upper classes, including nobles, landowners, and clergy, in various roles such as agricultural labor and domestic service. Treatment of slaves varied; some were treated well and even freed, but many suffered severe hardships. Although slavery was officially abolished in 1923 following pressure from the League of Nations, it persisted in practice until the Italian invasion in 1936. The Italians exploited the continued existence of slavery as propaganda to justify their invasion, yet under their rule, Ethiopians faced further oppression and forced labor.
255 pages + [12] photographic plates. Good condition.
לוח בלעטער דער צעירי אגודת ישראל ווין – A calendar for the Youth of Agudath Israel, featuring articles in German and Hebrew on contemporary Jewish issues, numerous advertisements, and illustrations by Arthur Weiss and Uriel Birnbaum. Vienna, 1928
At the beginning of the calendar, letters from great rabbis appear, followed by articles about Agudath Israel and its purpose by various authors. The publication includes from perushim of the bible by the Vilna Gaon, an article on the importance of studying Jewish history by David Ullman, an essay on how to protect kosher slaughter by Dr. Lieben of Prague, a discussion on martyrdom and sanctification of G-d’s name, a Hebrew article by Moshe Bloya, and many more.
75, 27, [10] pages. Good condition.
First Flight Postal Cover – Sent from Poland to Eretz Israel, postmarked with special stamps: “First Flight Poland – Eretz Israel” in Hebrew and Polish. October 27, 1936. Sent from Warsaw to Haifa, addressed to Yitzhak Rakotz.
A rare documentation from the early days of civil aviation, which served as a bridge between the major Jewish communities in Europe and Eretz Israel.
During the 1930s, civil aviation began to gain momentum, and important cities in the Jewish world started to establish air connections. On this postal cover, commemorating the historic event, there is an ink stamp with the inscription: “First Flight Poland – Eretz Israel” along with the date 27.10.1936. Additionally, an ink stamp depicting an airplane with buildings in both Poland and Eretz Israel appears.
The flight was likely operated by LOT Polish Airlines, one of the active airlines at the time, which had initiated early routes connecting Warsaw or Kraków with key destinations in the Middle East.
13.5×9 cm. Good condition.
Passover Songbook. Published by Jewish Education Committee Press, New York, 1941 – Passover Songs and Excerpts from the Traditional Haggadah Alongside Contemporary Songs with English Translation, Page by Page. A Rare 1941 Edition.
Alongside traditional Passover songs and excerpts from the Haggadah such as “V’hi She’amda, ” “Dayenu, ” “Ma Nishtana, ” “Adir B’Melucha, ” and more, the booklet includes new songs that were popular among American Jewry in the 1940s, such as “Eli Yam Suf, ” “Yetziat Mitzrayim, ” and others. Cover design by Louis Bunin.
Later editions of this songbook were published in the 1960s and 1970s, but the 1941 edition presented here is particularly rare.
19 pages. Spine reinforced with adhesive tape. Small tear with minor loss on the left side of the front cover. Good condition.
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