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Subject: Naturalization -- Great Britain -- History -- 18th century

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A Review of the Proposed Naturalization of the Jews: Being An Attempt at a Dispassionate Enquiry into the Present State of the Case, With Some Reflexions on General Naturalization. Second Edition.A Review of the Proposed Naturalization of the Jews: Being An Attempt at a Dispassionate Enquiry into the Present State of the Case, With Some Reflexions on General Naturalization. Second Edition.

Pamphlet by Jonas Hanway, second edition, published in London by J. Waugh in 1753. This 21 cm pamphlet comprises vi, 107 pages. Bound in modern half leather with decorative paper-covered boards. The pamphlet discusses the controversial 1753 Jew Bill, which proposed the naturalization of Jews in England, sparking considerable political debate and ultimately leading to its repeal. The pamphlet's contents are largely opposed to Jewish emancipation. A copy was offered for sale by Meir Turner in NYC for $4,900, retaining its original covers.

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The Gentleman's Magazine, August 1753: Controversy Concerning the Jewish Naturalization ActThe Gentleman's Magazine, August 1753: Controversy Concerning the Jewish Naturalization Act

Issue of the Gentleman's Magazine from August 1, 1753, published in London, England. This issue features an extensive discussion of the 1753 Jewish Naturalization Act, presenting diverse opinions ranging from purely biblical antisemitism to anti-foreigner sentiments. The article provides a detailed overview of the arguments for and against the Act, which granted Jews the right to be naturalized by Parliament without taking the sacrament.

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