Book Talk: "Nine Quarters Of Jerusalem: A New Biography of the Old City"

Matthew Teller's highly original 'biography' of Jerusalem delves into the stories of the Old City's communities. He unearths the tales of Indian and African populations that have found home in the Holy city and traces the lineage of the Greek, Armenian, and Syriac cultures that are ever present in the city. Through a lens of the political present, unraveling the Palestinian and Jewish realities, he connects the ancient past and looks beyond what the media often focuses on. Teller uncovers the overlooked communities such as the Dom Gypsy families and its Sufi mystics and sheds light on the human emotions and lives present within the walls of Jerusalem.

Don't miss out on an engaging talk that elucidates the human stories of this vibrant city! Through dissecting and exploring the ideas of holiness in the city, Nine Quarters of Jerusalem will enlighten all, both connoisseurs and amateurs.