The Semitic Nations

Chwolson, D. The Semitic Nations. Cincinnati: Bloch & Co., 1874. 8vo. Original printed wrappers. Study by Russian Orientalist Daniel Abramovich Chwolson, defending the Jewish race and religion. The work was first published in Russia in 1872 under the title “Kharakteristika Semitskikh Narodov.” He draws a parallel between the characteristics of the Semitic race (the Jew), and those of the Aryan people (the Greek). The author was a Professor at the University of St. Petersburg. Crudely rebacked with black tape. Creasing, rubbing and some staining on wraps. Waterstaining on parts of fore-edges on leaves throughout. Translated by Eph. M. Epstein. Wraps in fair, interior in overall good condition. fair. Softcover. (24232) $95