Henrietta Szold: Life and Letters

The book is bound in red cloth with gold lettering on the spine. It shows signs of wear, including some fraying and minor discoloration on the cover. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean with no markings or inscriptions. There is no dust jacket present.

"Henrietta Szold: Life and Letters" by Marvin Lowenthal was published by The Viking Press in New York in 1942. This first edition offers a comprehensive look at the life of Henrietta Szold, a significant figure in Jewish history and Zionism. Szold's contributions to the Jewish community and her role in establishing Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization of America, are meticulously documented through her letters and Lowenthal's narrative. This edition is particularly valuable for its first-hand insights into Szold's thoughts and experiences. The book is bound in red cloth with gold lettering on the spine, reflecting its mid-20th-century origin. It is out of print, making this first edition a valuable find for collectors and historians alike. The book is in fair condition, with some signs of wear but no major damage.