Book Synopsis:
In this absorbing study, a well known writer and expert on population problems tells the thrilling story of the recent mass transfers of Jews from Oriental countries to their ancient homeland. Starting in 1948 the voluntary relocation of over half a million Jews from Iraq, Yemen, Aden, Syria, Egypt, Libya to their homeland of Israel. This is the history of Jewish communities in North Africa and the Middle East. It describes in detail their mass exodus, how it was done and the impact on the countries left behind.
Book Details
Title: First Edition of Joseph B. Chechtman's On Wings of Eagles: the Plight, Exodus, and Homecoming of Oriental Jewry
Publisher: A.S. Barnes and Co.
Publication Year: 1960
Pages: 429
Binding: Hardcover
First Edition: No
Condition: Good
Item Notes: ***GOOD CONDITION***CLEAN PAGES*** light edge wear, no dust jacket. Moderate cover wear.
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