This brilliant analysis of American Judaism in the last half of the 20th century won the 1993-94 National Jewish Book Award for the best book on contemporary Jewry and also was named an Outstanding Book of 1993 by Choice. Jack Wertheimer examines how fundamental changes in American society have affected Jewish religious and communal life, paying special attention to contradictions and schisms that threaten the integrity of American Jewish practices and beliefs. A People Divided remains an essential primer for anyone interested in the ongoing debate about what constitutes Jewishness and who is a Jew. "An easy-to-read yet comprehensive guide showing how profound changes in American society have gradually polarized Jewish religious and communal life during the second half of the 20th century."-- "Chicago Tribune" An easy-to-read yet comprehensive guide showing how profound changes in American society have gradually polarized Jewish religious and communal life during the second half of the 20th century. Chicago Tribune " Chicago Tribune" “This is a fascinating historical and sociological interpretation of American Judaism -- in all of its complexity- -- in the last half of the 20th century. Wertheimer's account will be the standard reference for years to come.” (James Davison Hunter, author of Culture Wars) 5 1/2 x 8 1/2 trim. LC 97-14686 Jack Wertheimer is the Joseph and Martha Mendelson Professor of American Jewish History at the Jewish Theological Seminary. Wertheimer is the author or editor of more than a dozen books, including The New Jewish Leaders: Reshaping the American Jewish Landscape , also published by Brandeis University Press.   Used Book in Good Condition