Literature

Jeremy Sigler, known for his insightful and edgy art critiques in Tablet, stands out as both a critic and a poet.
In the text "They Say They Want a Revolution," Abe Greenwald elaborates on his lead article in the September 2020 issue of COMMENTARY titled "Yes, This Is a Revolution."
The text discusses the significance of a song as an embodiment of the story of Israel.
Tom Wilson, a singer, writer, guitarist, artist, grandfather, and Mohawk, showcases his multi-faceted creativity on Not That Kind of Rabbi.
Paul Auster, a Jewish poet and acclaimed American experimental novelist, shares insights into his writing process, emphasizing his early struggles with prose and dedication to poetry.
The COMMENTARY podcast examines the resurgence of radical chic within the liberal intelligentsia, exploring the conflict between those favoring gradual reform and revolutionary activists.
The text discusses how Jane Hirshfield's poem "Before the Collapse" captures feelings of uncertainty and impending loss on a global scale, drawing parallels between personal experiences and larger societal shifts.
Alejandra Pizarnik, a prominent Argentine poet born to Jewish immigrants from Poland, crafted deeply abstract and emotional poetry, exploring diasporic experiences and complex identities.
Drew Hayden Taylor, an Ojibway writer, known for his truth-telling and humor, brings Indigenous perspectives to the literary world.
In a recent episode of Unorthodox, Mark discusses his experience with self-quarantine during COVID-19 alongside his daughter Klara, comparing it to a scene from the classic children's novel involving scarlet fever.
"The Plot Against America" by Philip Roth explores a counterhistory where Charles Lindbergh becomes president in 1940, paralleled with real events reported by The Forward, showcasing Lindbergh's transformation from hero to anti-Semitic figure.
Colum McCann's latest novel, Apeirogon, delves into the profound pain in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through a unique literary approach.
Dr. Kfir Cohen Lustig, Academic Director at The Van Leer Jerusalem Institute, delves into Israeli and Palestinian literature in his book, emphasizing the importance of the Marxist tradition in literary critique to illuminate globalization's impact.
In "John Wing Jr.: My Life is my Prayer," the journey of stand-up comedian and poet John Wing is portrayed, highlighting the mix of humor and emotion in his life experiences.
Orly Noy, a journalist and political activist, translates Farsi literature into Hebrew, including works by Mahmoud Dowlatabadi and Forough Farrokhzad, bridging the gap between Iran and Israel through the beauty of Persian poetry and literature.
Laurie Brown discusses the common phrase "I'm spiritual but not religious," questioning its meaning which often includes activities like taking walks and meditating.
In episode 206 of Unorthodox, Hanukkah preparation is in full swing with interviews featuring designer Jonathan Adler and Simon Doonan discussing pottery, drag culture and Barbra Streisand's influence, Stephen Schragis of One Day University talking about Jewish love for learning, and Molly Yeh promoting her latke-filled Food Network special.
Yiddish children's literature evolved from being nonexistent to having its own dedicated stories in newspapers in the late 19th century, coinciding with the rise of Yiddish literature for adults.
TanakhCast #171 is part of a series that delves into the Tanakh, exploring and discussing four chapters at a time from Genesis to 2 Chronicles.
Set in the 1960s, the author recounts his time in Yidsbury, a Jewish suburb in Manchester, England, with his wife Eleanor.
In episode 204 of Unorthodox, the hosts share updates from Cincinnati's Jewish community and interview Mike Solomonov and Steve Cook, owners of the famous Philadelphia restaurant Zahav, discussing Israeli food, diplomacy, and sharing recipes from their cookbooks.
In a break from their usual content, the podcast "Unorthodox" presents an unedited conversation between two friends, Liel Leibovitz and Jay Michaelson, who are both Jewish but have differing perspectives on various topics.
Comedian Nick Kroll joins the Unorthodox podcast to discuss 'Big Mouth,' his Netflix animated show about puberty and its Jewish influences, including memories from his Jewish day school.
The article explores the dearth of scary Jewish children's literature beyond works by Eric A. Kimmel, known for his spooky tales like "Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins."
Italian Jewish minestrone soup holds a special place alongside traditional Jewish chicken soup as a comforting dish.

Top authors in Literature

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account_boxAndrew Silow-Carroll
account_boxCindy Scarr
account_boxMira Fox
account_boxLior Zaltzman
account_boxIrene Katz Connelly
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account_boxJodi Rudoren
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account_boxPenny Schwartz