Herstory: Jewish Women of Berlin
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The streets and parks and monuments of Berlin reveal all kinds of Jewish stories – including those of women who were pioneers and innovators in a vast breadth of fields. Join us to hear about their stories as we return ‘herstory’ to Jewish history as we walk Berlin. Links for further reading: The Literary Salons Of Berlin Petra Wilhelmy-Dollinger traces the history of Berlin’s salon culture from the 18th-20th century… Hannah Arendt Stephen J. Whitfield tells the story of one of the leading intellectuals of the Twentieth Century. As a Burning Flame: The Dream of Regina Jonas by Noa Mishkin A graphic novel exploring the life and impact of the first female ordained rabbi in Ashkenazi Jewish history. Wandering Jews - Famous Jewish Women – A Google Map A number of sites in Berlin connected with famous Jewish women who have played key roles in writing the history of Berlin and the Jewish 'herstory' in modern times.  Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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