Jewish Space in Central and Eastern Europe: Day-to-Day History

In this volume we announce materials of the international conference JEWISH SPACE IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE: DAY- TO- DAY HISTORY which took place in Vilnius, on 10-11 th May, 2006. In the articles of appreciated scholars and perspective young researchers the Jewish space is revealed as diverse forms of life and relations developing in the rich context of urbanism, social life, leisure, economic expression, and coexistence with the non-Jewish world. Having undergone various transformations, the Jewish space has preserved its authenticity and individuality. In the proceedings, the Jewish space is analyzed in a wide chronological period from the point of view of literature, history, architecture, and social relationships. It is worth opening this volume for everyone who is interested in means of entertainment, (sports, leisure, parties in cabaret), living and participating in social life, reading and writing of Jews in towns and shtetls of East Europe in during the 19 th and at the beginning of 20th century.