In de Amsterdamsche Jodenbuurt by Jan Feith
"In de Amsterdamsche Jodenbuurt" by Jan Feith is a detailed and evocative account of the Jewish neighborhood in Amsterdam, likely written in the early 20th century. This book can be categorized as a historical account, offering unique insights into the lives, struggles, and culture of the Jewish community during that time. It highlights the interplay of daily life and the socio-economic challenges faced by the residents in the ghetto, painting a vividpicture of their environment. The narrative delves into the intricate realities of life in the Amsterdam Jewish quarter, showcasing both the community's vitality and its plight. Feith takes the reader on a journey through the streets and homes, where the atmosphere is filled with both the warmth of familial bonds and the harshness of poverty. The text contrasts the picturesque observations of the neighborhood with stories of suffering due to tuberculosis and social neglect. Through vivid descriptions of cramped living conditions, the daily routines of the families, and the rituals surrounding significant Jewish traditions, Feith creates a poignant portrayal of a community rich in culture yet burdened by hardship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Feith, Jan, 1874-1944 |
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| Title | In de Amsterdamsche Jodenbuurt De Aarde en haar Volken, 1907 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ |
| Language | Dutch |
| LoC Class | DJ: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Netherlands |
| Subject | Jews -- Netherlands -- Amsterdam |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 18236 |
| Release Date | Apr 23, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 113 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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