Auction 17
Lot 338:
An interesting letter on an official Letterhead, written and signed by the writer and historian professor Simon Dubnow, the writer of the monumental book "History of the Jews". The letter is dated to December 2nd 1935 and was sent to his friend Latzki in Israel. The letter is two pages long and was written near his death. The letter deals with his literary work, Zionism and his personal life. Simon Dubnow (1860-1941) was born to an Ultra-orthodox family, he later renounced his faith and spoke strongly against Judaism and Zionism. In 1880 he moved to Odessa and grew closer to Ahad Ha’am, Ravnitzki, Bialik and others. In 1902 he started his historical work writing the history of the Jews around the world and throughout history. There are many streets in the name of Dubnow in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Hifa, Raanana, Beer Sheva, Rishon Lezion and Rechovot. The letter is inside its original envelope with the name of the recipient and the stamp of the sender. Foldings marks. Size: 22X28. Overall Good condition
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