Central European University Press Jewish Life in Austria and Germany Since 1945 - CEU Press

Explore the historical reconstruction of Jewish communal life in Germany and Austria through this academic monograph from Central European University Press. This book offers a detailed comparative account of how these two nations rebuilt their Jewish communities in the decades following 1945. Based on a wide range of primary and secondary materials, the research incorporates oral interviews with approximately eighty communal leaders, scholars, and organizational experts. This provides a unique perspective on the evolution of identity and community structures over sixty years. The text examines the specific social landscape of Austria, noting that 98 percent of its Jewish population resides in Vienna, and compares it to the German experience. Readers will gain insight into how different perceptions shaped the community, including views on the state of Israel, religious practice, and the relationship between Jewish citizens and their countries of residence. This work is an essential resource for those studying European history, sociology, and the complexities of post-war reconstruction.