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Secrecy and Deceit: The Religion of the Crypto-Jews

   David M. Gitlitz

David M. Gitlitz's comprehensive work examines the religious and social customs of the conversos, or crypto-Jews, exploring their historical context across Iberia and the New World. Despite its ambitious scope and extensive bibliographic research, the text faces challenges due to its broad generalizations and occasional lack of clarity regarding specific customs and practices. Gitlitz articulates the complexities surrounding the identities and experiences of conversos, highlighting both syncretism and pressures leading to assimilation, while providing a valuable resource for both scholars and novices in the field.

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