Anti-Semitism in the United States : $b Its history and causes

This thoughtful study tackles a puzzling paradox: why a nation founded on liberty and tolerance would nurture an anti‑Jewish movement. Drawing on the author’s doctoral research, the work first lays out a clear, if concise, foundation in social theory, explaining how large groups develop attitudes that differ from the sum of their individual members. Readers interested in the mechanics of collective mindset will find the opening chapters a concise guide to the psychology of intolerance.

Building on that framework, the later sections turn to American history, tracing the path of anti‑Semitism from its European roots through the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The author weaves together scholarly analysis and concrete examples—from early religious prejudice to modern racialized rhetoric—showing how each wave reflects broader social currents. The narrative remains grounded in evidence, inviting anyone curious about the forces shaping prejudice in the United States to consider both past patterns and their possible future implications.