1st edition. Original wrappers. 8vo. 271 pages, 24 cm. In Portuguese. Title translates to “Steps Lost, Recovered History: The Jewish Presence in Pernambuco. ” The Jewish presence in the Brazilian state of Pernambuco, particularly in the capital Recife, dates back to 1500. Many Jews were conversos who suffered during the inquisition. The Crypto Jews of Recife only began to experience something like religious freedom in 1630, when the Dutch occupied the region (Musem of the Jewish People, 2018) . SUBJECTS: Jews -- Brazil -- Pernambuco -- History. Ethnic relations. ” Ex-library with usual markings. Near fine condition. (YID-41-1-PEPRY)