Jews in Poland: A Documentary History : The Rise of Jews As a Nation from Congressus Judaicus in Poland to the Knesset in Israel

This book describes the rise of Jews as a nation and the crucial role played by the Polish-Jewish Community. A detailed description is given on the progress from anonymous Congressus Judaicus in Poland to the Knesset in Israel. Included is a new English translation of the Charter of Jewish Liberties known as the Statute of Kalisz of 1264 and an illustrated description of the cultural, social, and political issues of the 500 years of Jewish autonomy in Poland. 114 historical maps. 172 photographs.