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The Itinerary of Benjamin of Tudela

The Itinerary of Benjamin of Tudela

Paperback

Medieval & Renaissance HistoryGeneral World HistoryIsrael

ISBN10: 1023015765
ISBN13: 9781023015769
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 140
Weight: 0.45
Height: 0.30 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

The Itinerary of Benjamin of Tudela offers a fascinating glimpse into the 12th-century world through the eyes of a medieval traveler. Benjamin of Tudela, a Jewish merchant, meticulously documented his extensive travels across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

This invaluable historical text provides a unique perspective on Jewish communities and their social life during the Middle Ages. Part travelogue, part historical record, the itinerary details customs, populations, and significant landmarks encountered along his journey.

Readers interested in Jewish history, medieval Europe, or historical travel accounts will find this work to be an enduring source of information and insight into a world long past. Explore the routes and records of Benjamin of Tudela, a key figure in understanding 12th-century geography and culture.

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