Masecheth Purim [ribald laws and popular humor]. * With: (SOMMERHAUZEN, TZVI HIRSCH). Hagadah le-Leil Shikurim [“Hagadah of the Night of Drunkards”]. * And (J. L. BEN-ZEV). Selichoth le-Purim

Estimate: $600–$900
Hammer price: Not recorded

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author

(PARODY)

printer

Joseph Schnander

Place

Lemberg

Publication

1847

references

Vinograd, Lemberg 791

summary

“One of the cleverest liturgical imitations known in Hebrew literature. The diction and style of the liturgy are reproduced with consummate skill, but instead of devotional spirit, it is permeated with humor and fun” (I. Davidson, Parody in Jewish Literature, pp.110-111)

ff. 26. Slight staining, previous owner’s stamp. Later calf. 8vo

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