Pdf  Abstract: The purpose of this article is to examine the circumstances surrounding the abolition or end/disappearance of the Portuguese Jewish community in Tunis (Livornese or Grāna) on February 17, 1944. First, we present a historical overview of the…

On Wednesday, May 6, 2026 (3:00–5:00 PM), the sixth meeting of the new MEEM (Mediterranean Emotions) Seminar series will take place (online). Speaker: Houssem Eddine Chachia (University of Tunis and Shawwaf Visiting Associate Professor at Harvard University).…

Volume Editors:    Antonio Urquizar-Herrera, Borja Franco Llopis , and  Elena Paulino Montero This book analyses early modern narratives that have shaped Europe's understanding of its Islamic heritage and produces reflective material addressing four main …

On the occasion of the 17th anniversary of the creation of my blog “Los Moriscos De Túnez” (6 December 2008), I am pleased to present the website in a renewed and upgraded format (with some aspects still being improved). I am also delighted to share with you…

Part of the Lyell Lectures 28 and 30 April and 5, 7 and 11 May 2026 At the Weston Library and online  Free, booking required Registration for the lectures will open on 30 January 2026. About this lecture series These lectures examine the books produced by Mu…

Harvard Islamic Studies Thursday, September 25, 2025 Houssem Eddine Chachia , Shawwaf Visiting Associate Professor, Department of Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations , Harvard University Co-sponsor: Center for Middle Eastern Studies