The first book on the history of antisemitism in America for young adult (high school) readers and up. Enables readers to understanding antisemitism in context --essential knowledge for Jews in America today. By understanding how antisemitism has long functioned in America in systemic, structural, and interpersonal ways (without belaboring a victim narrative), we can better recognize and address instances of injustice and hatred today, in the Jewish community and beyond. Focuses specifically on the history of antisemitism in America while other books on antisemitism for young readers deal largely with the Holocaust. Presents a chronological history of antisemitism through the narrative of high-profile historical events which leads readers to the details of how American Jews reacted individually and communally through legal, political, and educational means. Addresses the lack of knowledge amongst young students and younger adults about the history of antisemitism beyond the Holocaust and individual hate crime incidents. Far from a victim narrative, Finkelstein's robust approach is as much about Jewish resilience and courage as it is hatred, and thus will be an important tool to ground and empower students in a history of resilience and solidarity. Unique in its breadth (especially its inclusion of the events and changing nature of anti-Semitism in the last four years), historical approach, and its use of accessible primary sources and personal narratives to engage learners of many backgrounds.

Introduces readers to well-known Jews who faced antisemitism during their public careers. Will be useful for Jewish high school classes, Jewish summer camp, youth group programming and non-Jewish students interested in that history, as well as congregational learners and general adult readers seeking a readable and accessible historic resource. Many of the texts available on this subject are now out-of-date, assume previous knowledge of American Jewish history, or remain centered on the Holocaust as the sole education about antisemitism. A potentially rich source of discussion for adolescent and adult learning and book groups, especially as many American Jews will be able to see themselves (or the experiences of parents and grandparents) within this history.