Anti-Semitism in Hungary: Appearance and Reality

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Abstract (max. 250 words):
The two-volume Anti-Semitism in Hungary: Appearance and Reality, published by Helena Historical Press in the United States, provides an insight into the problem of anti-Semitism in Hungary on both a historical and contemporary basis as seen through the eyes of Hungarian Jewish leaders, international NGO's, academics from Israel and the United States, and the Hungarian government. Volume One reflects the speeches given at the Anti-Semitism in Hungary: Appearance and Reality conference which was held in 2021 as well as a selection of original academic articles. Volume 2 is composed of in-depth interviews with Jewish leaders from across the spectrum of Hungarian Jewish life.


Brief Professional Bio (max. 100 words):
Prof. Jeffrey Kaplan, who received his Ph.D. from the University of Chicago, has published 25 monographs and anthologies and over 150 academic articles, anthology chapters and studies. His work focuses on cultural and religious history, religious violence, and religious terrorism. He has taught and researched all over the world and is currently the Senior Distinguished Fellow at the Danube Institute in Budapest.