Iraq's Last Jews is a collection of first-person accounts by Jews about their lives in Iraq's once-vibrant; 2500 year-old Jewish community and about the disappearance of that community in the middle of the 20th century. This book tells the story of this last generation of Iraqi Jews; who both reminisce about their birth country and describe the persecution that drove them out; the result of Nazi influences; growing Arab nationalism; and anger over the creation of the State of Israel.
#1085710 in Books 2012-03-13 2012-03-13Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.50 x .51 x 5.50l; .45 #File Name: 0230337554224 pages
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. A Dream SharedBy Eddie HutchinsonClarence B. Jones; attorney and speechwriter for Dr. Martin Luther King; Jr.; shares his memories and thoughts of that historic point in time: the March on Washington and King's `I Have a Dream' speech.I believe many of us can articulate what transpired that day if not from memory; from history lessons and books. However; only a select few; those in King's inner circle; like Jones; can truly provide that rare glimpse into what transpired in the days leading up to; during and after the March on Washington.In Behind the Dream we learn of the secluded haven procured for King to allow him to focus and prepare for the March; the collaborative efforts (of sorts) in creating the I Have a Dream speech; the influence of A. Philip Randolph; the last minute copyright efforts and much more.The book's title couldn't be more apropos.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A must read which is also an insightful; inspirational and enjoyable read!By Brian MchenryFascinating behind the scenes look at not only the preparations required for this historic event and famous speech but also the many challenges the organizers faced. Did you know King ad-libbed the second half and most famous part of the speech due to Mahalia Jackson's cry: "Tell them about the dream; Martin!"? The book encouraged me to immediately watch the speech again in its entirety with a fresh understanding of what went into that historic moment in time. The last 40 or so pages of the book; where Clarence Jones gives an update on race relations and issues related to the speech; is thoughtful and inspiring.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. ReviewBy CustomerI enjoyed the story he shared. It was a inside look on what happened the night before and on the day of the March.
