HIST-4378 (3) History of Modern Jewish-Muslim Relations

Examines the modern history and culture of Jewish communities under Islamic rule in the Middle East and North Africa; Jews' and Muslims' encounters with empire, westernization and nationalism; representations of Sephardi and Eastern Jews; Jewish-Muslim relations in Europe and the U.S.; and contact and conflict between Jews and Muslims in (and about) Israel/Palestine. Sources include memoirs, diaries, newspapers and films. Same as JWST 4378. Requisites: Restricted to students with 27-180 credits (Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors) only.