"Diaries of Sir Moses and Lady Montefiore, Volume 2 (of 2)" by Sir Moses Montefiore, is a window into a bygone era through the documented lives of a Jewish philanthropist, Sir Moses Montefiore, and his wife, Lady Montefiore, from 1812 to 1883. Told through diary entries, it follows their interactions with important figures, their humanitarian work, and their commitment to Jewish communities around the world, with an emphasis on the Holy Land. The story begins in 1847 with Sir Moses being honored by the Queen and soon moves into complex diplomatic and humanitarian efforts, spotlighting Sir Moses's determined fight against accusations and mistreatment of Jewish people. The diaries highlight compassionate activism, describing talks with French officials and heartfelt letters with people like Lord Palmerston, as Sir Moses tried to create a safe world for his community amid widespread prejudice.
Diaries of Sir Moses and Lady Montefiore, Volume 2 (of 2) Comprising Their Life and Work as Recorded in Their Diaries, from 1812 to 1883
By Moses Montefiore
Travel back in time with historical figures confronting prejudice and striving for justice through their personal diaries.
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About the AuthorSir Moses Haim Montefiore, 1st Baronet, was a British financier and banker, activist, philanthropist and Sheriff of London. Born to an Italian Sephardic Jewish family based in London, after he achieved success, he donated large sums of money to promote industry, business, economic development, education and health among the Jewish community in the Levant. He founded Mishkenot Sha'ananim in 1860, the first Jewish settlement outside the Old City of Jerusalem.
Sir Moses Haim Montefiore, 1st Baronet, was a British financier and banker, activist, philanthropist and Sheriff of London. Born to an Italian Sephardic Jewish family based in London, after he achieved success, he donated large sums of money to promote industry, business, economic development, education and health among the Jewish community in the Levant. He founded Mishkenot Sha'ananim in 1860, the first Jewish settlement outside the Old City of Jerusalem.
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