Foundations, the Exodus, and the establishment of the kingdom.
Writing as a non-Jewish historian (a Catholic), Johnson is openly admiring of Jewish contributions to humanity. He views Jewish history as a "providential" story of survival. A History of the Jews
Paul Johnson’s A History of the Jews is a comprehensive, one-volume narrative that covers nearly 4,000 years of Jewish history, from the biblical patriarchs to the modern era. 1. The Structure Foundations, the Exodus, and the establishment of the
A major theme is the Jewish ability to thrive in hostile environments by pivoting into roles (like finance, law, or science) that society required but often restricted to them. 3. Style and Tone one-volume narrative that covers nearly 4
It explains how Jewish history is inseparable from the history of the world, rather than an isolated story.