Crossroads of Jewish Bratislava An Ethnological Examination of the Jewish Community between the 19th and 21st Centuries
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In Crossroads of Jewish Bratislava, the author identifies several key junctures that determined the history of Jews in Bratislava between the 19th and 21st centuries, especially in terms of their culture and way of life. The first part of the book (History) provides an overview of historical milestones, with a particular emphasis on the two totalitarian regimes (the Wartime Slovak State and Communist Czechoslovakia 1948–1989). The second part, entitled Dilemmas, examines the current situation of Jewish cemeteries, the consequences of the Holocaust, and the ongoing transformations of Jewish holidays. The author’s research leads to the conclusion that traditional manifestations of Jewish culture are being reshaped by factors of selectiveness, streamlining, and individualisation.
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Holocaust Cities and Suburbs Jewish Culture Festivals and Holidays Cemeteries Communism Jewish Heritage Main Topic: Culture and Heritage Religious Observance and Practice
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9783631852637
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Crossroads of Jewish Bratislava An Ethnological Examination of the Jewish Community between the 19th and 21st Centuries. 2021: https://archive.jpr.org.uk/object-3220
