by Saul Bellow
First published 1992
This anthology explores the central question "Who is Jewish?" through literary works by internationally recognized Jewish authors and thinkers from different countries. The collection presents writing originally composed in various languages, showcasing how Jewish identity emerges distinctly within these stories. Whether shaped by religious rituals and traditions required by Judaism, the complex emotions of sharing a common historical experience, or the pressures and obligations imposed by Jewish lifestyle systems, a recognizable Jewish identity reveals itself between the lines of these narratives. The anthology demonstrates how Jewish writers across diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds grapple with similar themes of belonging, tradition, and identity.
Genres: literary-fiction, anthologies, 20th-century, 21st-century, jewish
Vibes: intimate, literary, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
Setting: Africa, Asia, Europe
Period: 20th-Century, 21st-Century
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