In this volume Robert Seltzer examines Simon Dubnow (1860-1941) as the most eminent East European Jewish historian of his day and a spokesperson for his people, setting out to define their identity in the future based on his understanding ...

Reaching beyond background research, Chester’s alter ego lives the life in order to share the tale. Robert’s ethnicity is the result of his mother’s ancestry, but his father chooses his Mexican identity.

This classic survey of the main features of the Jewish historical landscape exposes students to the rich scholarly literature on Jewish history, theology, philosophy, mysticism, and social thought that has been produced in the last century ...

In an overview of the history of the sport of boxing, Seltzer presents vivid accounts of the most spectacular fights in history, from the bare-knuckle brawls of the late 19th century to modern massacres at the dawn of the 21st century. 176 ...

Utilizing a wide range of literary styles and techniques, the tales within combine personal anecdotes and imaginative storytelling for a powerful, thought-provoking, and sometimes humorous glimpse into the mysterious and spiritual aspects ...