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Walter Trier: The Jewish Illustrator Who Depicted Germany at Its Best

He did not have a tragic life. “Tragic lives stimulate the writing of journalists and critics, turning an artist into someone interesting and even important.” These words, written by Israeli illustrator Dani Kerman in a tribute to Walter Trier, express a sentiment widely held in the

The Jewish Mother Who Defeated Emperor Charles V

Gracia Mendes Nasi – also known as Dona Gracia, Hannah Nasi or by her Christianized name, Beatriz de Luna Miques – was considered the richest woman in the world in the 16th century. The Mendes bank which she led traded in goods, including diamonds and black pepper – then more valua

Amir Lev - Live at the National Library of Israel