In 1800, Sampson Simson, a 21-year-old Jewish graduate of Columbia College, delivered a commencement oration in Hebrew at St. Paul's Church in Manhattan, und...

In 1800, Sampson Simson, a 21-year-old Jewish graduate of Columbia College, delivered a significant Hebrew commencement oration at St. Paul's Church in Manha...

Theodore Seixas Solomons, a fifth-generation Jewish American, played a significant role in the development of the John Muir Trail, a popular long-distance hi...

The article discusses the challenges and complexities of tracing the descendants of early American Jews. It begins by mentioning the importance of Rabbi Malc...

In this essay, the author reflects on their experience in the south of France and discusses two novels, Philip Roth's "American Pastoral" and Allegra Goodman...

The article discusses the portrayal of Judah P. Benjamin, a Jewish lawyer who served in the Confederate government, in Philip Roth's novel "The Plot Against ...

Jewish American literature has a long history starting from the 18th century, showcasing a connection to American landscapes and experiences. While often ass...