The American Judaism of Mordecai M. Kaplan (Reappraisals Jewish Social History, 5) by Goldsmith, Emanuel [Editor]; Scult, Mel [Editor]; Seltzer, Robert [Editor]; - 1992-09-30

NYU Press, 1992-10-01. First Edition. paperback. Used: Good.

New York University Press, 1992. Book. Fine. Soft cover. 1st Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Stiff pictorial wraps. 1st ptg. As issued, with square, uncreased binding, clean and unmarked interior..

Paperback / softback. New. A selection of appreciative yet critical essays giving an historical context for the life and works of Mordecai Kaplan. Kaplan's metaphysics, his interpretation of the Bible, his views on education, economic justice and the role of women are given full consideration.

New York University Press, 1992. Paperback. New. 480 pages. 8.80x5.90x1.20 inches.

New. Mordecai M. Kaplan, a pioneering figure in the reinterpretation and redefinition of Judaism in the 20th century, embraced religious liberalism, naturalism, and empiricism, and gave expression to a unique American attitude in philosophy and theology. This volume, the first comprehensive treatment of Kaplan since his death in 1983 . . . illustrates Kaplan's links to traditional Jewish roots and demonstrates his evolutionary philosophy of Jewish culture, his Zionist orientation, and the vast range of his thought and action. The volume also features a complete bibliography of Kaplan's writings. -- ChoiceA must for every serious thinker probing American Jewish culture, history and theology. -- Alfred GottschalkPresident, Hebrew Union College--Jewish Institute of Religion These highly knowledgeable essays provide us with a new and more complex image of a central personality in 20th century American Jewish life. They are indispensable for understanding the influences that helped shape… Read More

NYU Press, 1992-10-01. Paperback. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!

New York University Press, 1992. Paperback. New. 480 pages. 8.80x5.90x1.20 inches.