Lasker, R[aphael]. Limudei ha-Keri'ah / The Hebrew Reader. An Easy Method for the Instruction of Jewish Children

Estimate: $300–$500
Hammer price: $300

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author

(AMERICAN JUDAICA).

printer

L.H. Frank

Place

New York

Publication

1872

Description

Title in Hebrew and English. English interspersed with vocalized Hebrew. Appended several prayers in Hebrew with accompanying English translation

references

Singerman 2081; Goldman 277 (earlier 1871 edition)

summary

According to Singerman, this children's textbook, often reissued, was first printed by L.H. Frank in New York in the year 1868, although Goldman notes the first edition to be 1866. Prussian-born and educated Raphael Lasker (1838-1904) served at various times as Rabbi in New York and Boston

pp. 24. Contemporary marbled boards, front board detached. 12mo

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