Er Retung der Yuden durch Esther und Mordechai [“The Rescue of the Jews by Esther and Mordechai.”] A Tragedy with a Happy Ending

Estimate: $1,500–$2,000
Hammer price: Not recorded

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author

JACOB BEN JECHIEL OF POSEN

printer

Widow and Orphans of Jacob Proops

Place

Amsterdam

Publication

1780

Description

FIRST EDITION. Yiddish text. Title within typographic border. Printer’s device on title

references

Vinograd, Amsterdam 2098

summary

A drama stemming from the traditional Purim-shpeil (Purim lampoon). By the 18th century, this genre of Yiddish dramatic presentation reflected trends of contemporary European theater by way of literary style and scenic design. The story of Esther and Mordechai was an endearingly popular theme. Writen in poetic form with a large cast and stage directions, this play may well have been presented publicly for a fixed admission price to an enthusuastic audience

ff. (2), 26. Few light stains, paper repairs to last two leaves slightly affecting a few letters on final leaf, first two leaves loose. Original blue paper wrappers, upper cover detatched, spine defective. Sm. 8vo

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