Tag: Social History

Dr. Dotan Halevy, an environmental and social historian, delves into the history of Gaza from the mid-19th century to the present day, exploring its significance in understanding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its connection to the events of 1948.
Professor Avner Wishnitzer from Tel Aviv University has written a significant book titled "As Night Falls: Eighteenth-Century Ottoman Cities After Dark," which delves into the social history of Istanbul and Jerusalem during their transition to modernity.
In his book, "As Night Falls: Eighteenth-Century Ottoman Cities After Dark," Professor Avner Wishnitzer examines the social history of Istanbul and Jerusalem during the 18th century.
Professor Haggai Ram of Ben Gurion University discusses his book "Intoxicating Zion: A Social History of Hashish in Mandatory Palestine and Israel," exploring the role of hashish in the region.
In "Intoxicating Zion: A Social History of Hashish in Mandatory Palestine and Israel," Haggai Ram, a professor of Middle East History, explores the historical relationship between hashish and Jewish society in the region.
Dana Hercbergs, a scholar of folklore and anthropology, explores the significance of social history and anthropology in portraying the diverse memories and narratives found in the city of Jerusalem, both as a divided and unified entity.
Dana Hercbergs, a scholar of folklore and anthropology, explores the significance of social history and anthropology in portraying the complex and multifaceted story of Jerusalem, a city both divided and unified.
Natalie Zemon Davis, a historian, recounts how her marriage to mathematician Chandler Davis, who was arrested for distributing Communist literature, affected her career.