The Jewish Immigrant in England 1870-1914 is a full analysis and description of that section of the great Jewish migration from eastern Europe which settled in Britain - around 120,000 Jews. The routes to England and the immigrants' travel experiences are discussed, and the dockside reception is presented, which leads to a consideration of the policies of the native Jewish community.

Lloyd Gartner presents, in chronologically-arranged chapters, the story of the changing fortunes of the Jewish communities of the Old World (in Europe, the Middle East and beyond) and their gradual expansion into the New World of the Americas. This is a superb introductory account authoritative, in control, lively of one of the greatest historical tapestries of modern times.