The Talmud of the Land of Israel. A Preliminary Translation and Explanation. Volume 35: Introduction, Taxonomy

Neusner, Jacob. The Talmud of the Land of Israel. A Preliminary Translation and Explanation. Volume 35: Introduction, Taxonomy. Chicago; London: The University of Chicago Press, 1983. First edition. Quarto. XIX, [1], 156pp. Original blue cloth with David’s star in gilt on front cover and gold lettering on spine. Neusner’s introduction and guide to the entire work, explores the Talmud’s enigmatic origins and development. A true “taxonomy”, this volume classifies the Talmud in relation to its antecedents and identifies its principal components in relation to one another. Neusner includes five chapters of general and specific comparison followed by four appendixes supplying examples to illustrate the generalizations of the text. Minor foxing on upper covers and top edge. Binding in overall good+, interior in very good condition. g. Hardcover. (27582) $45