Letter from Joseph L. Halevi to Isaac Leeser;August 1852Eight-page letter from Joseph L. Halevi to Isaac Leeser, written in August 1852 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Halevi discusses his recent publications, criticisms he has received, and his plans to establish a school for Jewish studies. He also comments on the state of Jewish observance in North America and shares correspondence from Emanuel Goldsmith. The letter includes several references to Talmudic law and ethical teachings.