Jonathan Webber

Jonathan Webber is a British social anthropologist who has extensively studied and written about Jewish culture and history, particularly in Poland and Eastern Europe. He is a professor emeritus of Polish-Jewish studies at the University of Oxford and has held the UNESCO Chair in Jewish and Interfaith Studies at the University of Birmingham. His academic work often focuses on the Holocaust, post-Holocaust Jewish identity, and the preservation of Jewish heritage sites in Europe. Webber has been recognized for his contributions to the field with various awards and honors, and he has played a significant role in the restoration and commemoration of Jewish cultural heritage in Poland. He has also been involved in various international projects and conferences aimed at promoting understanding and reconciliation among different cultural and religious groups. His publications contribute significantly to the academic and public understanding of Jewish life and history in Europe, making him a respected figure in his field.

Books

Rediscovering Traces of Memory: The Jewish Heritage of Polish Galicia (Littman Library of Jewish Civilization)