As a researcher and collector of historical source material; Mr. Gilbert has no peer among contemporary historians. ―The New York Times According to Jewish tradition; "Whoever saves one life; it is as if he saved the entire world." In The Righteous; distinguished historian Sir Martin Gilbert explores the courage of those who; throughout Germany and in every occupied country; took incredible risks to help Jews whose fate would have been sealed without them. Indeed; many lost their lives for their efforts.From Greek-Orthodox Princess Alice of Greece to the Ukrainian Uniate Archbishop of Lvov; from priests and soldiers to employees and neighbors; many risked; and sacrificed; everything to help their fellow man. Drawing from twenty-five years of original research; Gilbert re-creates the remarkable stories of the non-Jews who have received formal recognition by the State of Israel as Righteous Among the Nations.
#1475665 in Books Tuttle Publishing 1991-09-15 1991-09-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 7.25 x .60 x 5.00l; .35 #File Name: 0804817057104 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. An excellent guide to using the manrikigusari and Shuriken by the late Charles GruzanskiBy Joseph J. TruncaleThis book has become a classic because of its historical value. The original title was Spike and Chain. This also was the first book ever published on the use of the Manrikigusari. The author was a Chicago police officer and police academy instructor. The late Charles Gruzanski was also a student and instructor of karate.This excellent book covers all the basic principles and techniques of using the Manrikigusari; the throwing stars and spike. Since the original copy was no longer in print; it used to be difficult to get a copy of this book. This new paper back edition with a new title(Ninja Weapons: Chain and Shuriken)will no doubt become a good seller. In conclusion; if you are into the Japanese Samurai arts and desire to learn the basic use of the spike and chain; this book for you.Rating: 5 Stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Author: Bushi Satori Ryu Tanto-jutsu manual).0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Loved the history but wish it had more modern applicationsBy Kenneth BowlbyLoved the history but wish it had more modern applications. This weapon is easy to conceal; easy to deploy; has many applications and confuses and intimidates the assailants. I also wish they would have included a way to make a rope practice version in this production. The throwing weapon sections were good as well but I mainly purchased it for the weighted chain information and applications.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. i've learned alotBy Davidgreat read
