Octogenarian hunts for rare Hebrew manuscripts hidden in book bindings

Some say this European treasure house rivals the Cairo Geniza - the most important trove of Jewish documents ever found.

By Nir Hasson | 02:42 24.06.12 |

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For more than 70 years, Ezra Gorodesky has been ripping apart books. Recently, the National Library even held a gala event to honor his vandalism.

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Octogenarian hunts for rare Hebrew manuscripts hidden in book bindings

Some say this European treasure house rivals the Cairo Geniza - the most important trove of Jewish documents ever found.

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