Upcoming Virtual Lecture: How the Jews of Iberia Changed the Course of World History
Join Qesher for an extraordinary virtual journey into Portugal’s largely unknown, yet utterly fascinating, Jewish history. Acclaimed art and travel writer Irene Shaland, an internationally published historian and author, will transport you through time, from Roman and Visigoth eras to the brilliant Age of Discoveries, and right up to today’s blossoming community. Discover the resilient spirit and secret traditions that survived centuries of Inquisition and persecution, making Portugal a unique safe haven during World War II.
Would you like to know more about the specific dates and times for this virtual event, or perhaps details about Irene Shaland’s books on the topic?
Date: Thursday, January 29 – 3 pm Eastern Time
Duration: 65-75 minutes for presentation, 90 minutes total with Q&A
Follow the link for ticket information: https://www.qesher.com/jewish-portugal/
About the Presenter
Irene Shaland is an internationally published art and travel writer and educator, with 7 books and over 30 magazine articles published in the US, Canada, and the UK. She is a contributing author and lecturer at academic institutions such as the Siegal College of Jewish Studies and Touro Law School in New York, and Center for Jewish History Research, as well as museums and cultural institutions, such as Museum of Jewish Heritage in Cleveland and New York, Society for Crypto-Judaic Studies, BZD, Qesher, and other communal organizations focusing on Jewish history.
Learn about Irene Shaland’s books on the subject: https://amzn.to/3DM6rDk