1. Views from East and West -- 2. Excursus on self-hatred and self-criticism -- 3. Past shadows, present needs -- 4. Antisemitism old and new -- 5. Functions and meaning -- 6. Norms and codes -- 7. Comparing Germany with the French Republic -- 8. Excursus on minorities in the nation-state -- 9. Climbing up the social ladder -- 10. Paradoxes of becoming alike -- 11. Jewish success in science-- 12. The ambivalence of bildung -- 13. Forces of dissimilation -- 14. Inventing tradition
Summary
History of the Jews in modern Germany is usually told as the tale of outstanding individuals, completely immersed in German society and disproportionately contributing to its culture. This book focuses on the story of 'ordinary' German Jews, concerned with being like other Germans, and with upward social climbing and achievements
