On Middle Ground: The History of Baltimore's Jewish Community

Published: Feb. 18, 2019, 2:13 p.m.

Does a city shape its inhabitants ... or is it the other way around? And … how much does location influence commerce? Deborah Weiner explores these questions in the book she co-wrote: “On Middle Ground: A History of the Jews of Baltimore.” It draws on Baltimore’s unique geography, politics and racial diversity -- not to mention a host of colorful characters -- to walk the reader through the development of Baltimore’s Jewish community.