Baron Edmond Rothschild: The Story of a Practical Idealist - Hardcover

by David Druck (Author), Nathan Straus (Introduction by)

Baron Edmond Rothschild: The Story Of A Practical Idealist is a biographical account of the life and achievements of Baron Edmond de Rothschild, a prominent member of the Rothschild family who played a significant role in the development of Israel. Written by David Druck, the book explores the life of Rothschild, from his childhood in France to his philanthropic efforts in Israel.The book details Rothschild's passion for Zionism and his efforts to support the Jewish community in Palestine, including his financial contributions to the establishment of settlements and his support for the development of agriculture and industry in the region. The book also explores Rothschild's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his wife, Adelheid.Druck provides a comprehensive analysis of Rothschild's legacy, examining his contributions to the development of Israel and his impact on the Jewish community. The book also offers insights into the political and social context of the time, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by Rothschild and the Jewish community in Palestine.Overall, Baron Edmond Rothschild: The Story Of A Practical Idealist is a well-researched and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a remarkable man who played a pivotal role in the history of Israel.This is a new release of the original 1928 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.