RUBIN, REBECCA (Ed.). The Bene-Israel Annual and Year Book 1919-1920

AUCTION 5 |
Tuesday, June 23rd,
1998 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Books, Manuscripts and Works of Art
Lot 151
(INDIAN JUDAICA)
RUBIN, REBECCA (Ed.). The Bene-Israel Annual and Year Book 1919-1920
Junagadh: State Printing Press 1919
Est: $150 - $200
PRICE REALIZED $225
A wealth of social history concerning the Jewish community in India. A 1911 census report accounts for the Jewish population of each region. Communal institutions are described, including synagogues, schools, brotherhoods and athletic clubs. A Communal Register contains many prominent local names. A list of Bene Israel publications is provided in both English and Marathi