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The Pity of It All

A Portrait of the German-Jewish Epoch 1743-1933
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The Pity of It All explores the intricate history of Jewish life in Germany, from Moses Mendelssohn's integration into German culture to Hannah Arendt's flight from Nazi Germany.

It delves into the struggles and achievements of prominent German Jews, including their quest for equal citizenship and their contributions to art and science.

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Recommended by Dan Senor as a history book and a warning about the dangers of assimilation and antisemitism.
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Recommended by Dan Senor as a book about life in Germany for German Jews before 1933.
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