Bialik, the Hebrew Bible and the Literature of Nationalism Taylor & Francis Ltd

This book explores the life and poetry of Chaim Nachman Bialik (1873-1934) in the context of European national literature between the French Revolution and World War I, showing how he helped create a modern Hebrew national culture, spurring the revival of Hebrew as a spoken language. Written in clear and accessible prose, the book will interest those studying modern European nationalism, Hebrew literature, Jewish history, and anti-Semitism....