A Montefiore biography
Claude Montefiore:  Jewish Scholar, Communal Leader, Philanthropist.  Published 2023.

About the book
This publication provides a substantial overview and fascinating insights into Claude Montefiore's life,  illustrating the ways in which Montefiore contributed intellectual leadership, moral insight, and practical generosity for the benefit of others.

The book will be of interest to those seeking to understand the historical context of the development of Liberal Judaism, as well as anyone open to the inspiration of a remarkable man.

Reviews

... a cornucopia of information about Claude Montefiore, his milieu, his personality and achievements.  I learnt so much.  It is a valuable contribution to all who wish to research the founding and growth of Liberal Judaism as well as getting to know the founder who gave it its intellectual character.  It would be of interest to both scholars and lay-readers and be of interest to those researching connected topics, e.g. Solomon Schechter. Kol Hakavod. 

Rabbi Andrew Goldstein 

This is the most detailed biography of the life and thought of Claude Montefiore ever written and the result of many years detailed examination of the primary and secondary sources. It includes new material previously unpublished. Bryan Diamond is to be congratulated on this study of one of the founders of Liberal Judaism in Britain and pioneer of modern Jewish-Christian dialogue.

Dr Edward Kessler 

This is a full and thorough study of the life and works of Claude Montefiore (1858-1938), written by the former archivist of the Liberal Jewish Synagogue, London. The book covers extensively Montefiore's scholarly and philanthropic activities and will be a valuable contribution to a renewed appreciation of his many talents and achievements.

Sally Van Noorden, Honorary Librarian, Liberal Jewish Synagogue