Jewish Life in Medieval Spain

"Jewish Life in Medieval Spain" offers a comprehensive examination of the Jewish experience from the rise of Sephardic society in the ninth century until the expulsion in 1492. The book intricately weaves the narratives of Jewish life under Muslim al-Andalus and in Christian Spain, highlighting the internal divisions and rivalries within the community. By focusing on events like the anti-Jewish riots of 1391, Jonathan Ray reveals how these turbulent moments reshaped inter-religious relations and the Jewish community itself, showcasing a rich cultural legacy that endured even in exile.