# The Jews — Last and First Men character guide

> The Jews in Last and First Men by Olaf Stapledon.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** the Jews, The Jews

**First appearance:** 0003-i-balkan-europe

## Who they are

A people referenced in the context of European history and persecution.

## In the story

### [IV: An Americanized Planet](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/last_and_first_men_se/chapters/iv-an-americanized-planet)

Mentioned as attempting serious organization during the crisis.

### [V: Downfall](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/last_and_first_men_se/chapters/v-downfall)

A prominent Jew publicly reveals the lie of the divine secret, and later, certain Jews attempt serious organization amidst the chaos.

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