1 / 2Merging Traditions: Jewish Life in Cleveland
Merging Traditions: Jewish Life in Cleveland is a revised pictorial history of the Jewish community in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. Its account follows settlement, work, civic and cultural participation, and the community’s movement from central-city neighborhoods to the suburbs.
At a glance
- A revised and updated pictorial account of Jewish settlement and achievement in Northeast Ohio.
- Covers community development from the first settlers in 1839 through suburban migration and institutional change.
- Published in cooperation with the Western Reserve Historical Society.
Reference price: $34.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- Connects Jewish community history with Cleveland’s garment industry, business life, civic participation, education, and culture.
- The account follows geographic change from traditional city neighborhoods to Cleveland Heights and farther-east suburbs.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | The Kent State University Press |
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| Publication date | July 6, 2004 |
| Edition | Revised |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 288 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0873387767 |
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| ISBN-13 | 978-0873387767 |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 0.75 x 11 inches |
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| Weight listed | 2.95 pounds |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers researching Jewish life and community history in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio.
- Local-history collections and readers interested in migration, neighborhood change, and civic participation.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a general history of Jewish communities outside Northeast Ohio.
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Frequently asked questions
What period and place does the book cover?
The listing describes a history of Jewish settlement and community life in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio, beginning with settlers who arrived in 1839 and continuing through later suburban migration.
Is this a pictorial history?
Yes. The listing calls it a revised and updated pictorial review, though it does not specify the number or format of images.
Who originally wrote the book?
The listing says Judah Rubinstein initially co-wrote it with Sidney Z. Vincent in 1978 and was working on this second edition at the time of his death in 2003.
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