Leonard J. Greenspoon
Series
Studies in Jewish civilization volume 24
Publisher
Purdue University Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Description
This volume presents papers delivered at the 24th Annual Klutznick-Harris Symposium, held at Creighton University in October 2011. The contributors look at all aspects of the intimate relationship between Jews and clothing, through case studies from ancient, medieval, recent, and contemporary history. Papers explore topics ranging from Jewish leadership in the textile industry, through the art of fashion in nineteenth century Vienna, to the use of...