This book examines the antisemitism that flourished outside of Vienna; in Austrian provinces such as Styria; Carinthia; Vorarlberg; Upper Austria; and Tyrol; focusing in particular on gender bias and its relationship to antisemitism. The 1904 arrest and bigamy trial of Frau von Hervay; the Jewish wife of District Captain Franz von Hervay of a Styrian provincial town (Mürzzuschlag); is closely examined to shed light on the relationship between Jews and non-Jews and attitudes towards women and sexuality in the small cities and towns of the Austrian provinces. The case demonstrates that antisemitism influenced popular perceptions of Jews and women at the local level and that it targeted women as well as men. This book provides an in-depth study of an episode of Austrian history that had a significant impact on the development of Austrian law; the role of religious institutions; perceptions of Jews; women; and sexuality; conceptions of Austrian bureaucracy and the need for reform; and the relationship between the provinces and the Viennese center. It also provides insight into the public interest generated by sensations such as arrests; suicides; crimes; and trials and the way the press of that time reported on them.
#7917301 in Books Charles River Editors 2014-02-13Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x .7 x 6.00l; .13 #File Name: 149592358430 pagesAmerican Legends The Life of Solomon Northup
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The Movie was Terrific more Accurate than Hollywood's Norm; but this 30 Pages is AwesomeBy Andy Anderson aka Travis C.This 30 pages is a quick; interesting read. Takes less than an hour to read it; but; even more important; you'll still love the movie. Heck; you might even enjoy the Academy Award Winning Best Picture AFTER reading this.Unlike full-length books; I don't think this is better than the motion picture though. I am confident; however; that for a few people; this is a benefit.I therefore highly recommend getting this booklet and reading it; whether or not you've already seen it.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Need to be yoldBy tina noldenThis story is a must read account of pure gut pulling event of one man's life and journey it will make you very sad then happy that he made it home to be with his family I thank Mr Northup for sharing his story joyblackwell@hotmail.com1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Solomon; making a difference in our history.By Amanda J. EdwardsThis ebook came to my attention just as the movie "12 years a slave" came out. This book was a quick reference to the finer points of Northrup's story. Excellent; highly recommend it.
