New Christians, New Jews From Livorno to Tunis chronicles the never-before-told history of the so-called "New Christians" who migrated from Spain to Portugal, Antwerp, Leghorn, and Tunis, successively, after being forced to abandon Judaism and convert to Christianity during the Catholic Inquisition.

A highly informative and insightful text, it describes the group's peregrination, language, lifestyle, and beliefs while recounting the centuries of persecution, oppression, and discrimination its people faced in order to pursue their faith and remain true to themselves, their heritage, and their religion. It follows the eighteenth-century Jewish merchants as they chase their freedom over time and across the globe, and shows how their will, determination, and resolve have survived through the ages and are still alive today, embodied in their descendants.

Sure to appeal to history buffs, as well as those interested in stories of triumph over intolerance, this book preserves the legacy and pride of a people whose story is otherwise lost in the annals of history. It updates our understanding of the world around us, so that we can learn from this unique people's struggles-and be inspired by their successes.