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OverviewChapter on the Cairo Genizah by Robert Brody. Preface by Marvin Fox. A basic introduction to Hebrew manuscripts outlining their nature and their production, and providing explanations of the terminology used in paleography. Includes a survey of the major collections of Hebrew manuscripts in the world today and how to locate them, as well as a wide range of examples of different types of Hebrew scripts with transcriptions of the texts, from which the reader can learn to decipher ancient Hebrew writings. An elegant volume, profusely illustrated with reproductions of pages from Hebrew manuscripts, many in full color. In addition, the volume features a lengthy essay, 'The Cairo Genizah,' describing the discovery of the Genizah, its contents, and its significance for Jewish and general history by Prof. Robert Brody. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Binyamin RichlerPublisher: O F E Q Institute Imprint: O F E Q Institute Dimensions: Width: 21.10cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 27.40cm Weight: 0.907kg ISBN: 9781881255680ISBN 10: 1881255689 Publication Date: 01 January 1990 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |