by Elie Wiesel
First published 1972
In the vibrant world of Hasidic Judaism, Elie Wiesel guides us through the lives of spiritual leaders who fight depression by celebrating life's sacredness. We witness their profound joys and unspeakable sorrows, as they navigate a landscape of faith, witchcraft, and the ever-present shadow of the Holocaust. Wiesel's stories inspire us to say yes to this life, no matter the cost.
Genres: 20th-century, religion, biography-memoir, jewish
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: faith, grief
Setting: Hasidic Judaism
Period: 20th-century
268 pages · Paperback · Vintage Books
Content warnings: depression