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Chaim Potok's posthumous collection of plays offers insight into the struggles of mid-20th-century Jewish intellectuals balancing traditional Judaism with mo...

In this article, the author reflects on his fascination with Israel and his collection of books on the subject. He discusses one of his favorite books, "The ...

Zachary Leader's biography, "The Life of Saul Bellow: Love and Strife, 1965-2005," delves into the intense adoration and obsession that some fans, like Barne...

This article provides a poignant visual journey through the Jewish history of Pittsburgh, particularly focusing on the Tree of Life congregation and its surr...

The author announces his plan to write a book on Jews and fantasy literature. He discusses the novel "Spinning Silver" by Naomi Novik, which is set in a late...

The author reflects on an encounter in Hollywood where he pitched a screenplay about George Catlin, a painter who documented Native American life in the 19th...

Milton Himmelfarb, a prominent figure in American Jewish life, would have turned 100 years old. Known for his analysis of Jewish voting patterns, he argued t...

The Jewish Review of Books is hosting its first reader review competition, inviting participants to submit reviews of Jewish books published in 2018 that hav...

The first essay discusses the unexpected popularity of the Korean Talmud in South Korea, with scholars examining whether the fascination reflects admiration ...

The text delves into the complex legal battle over Kafka's manuscripts and estate following the death of Esther Hoffe. The narrative explores the conflict be...

The text discusses Modern Orthodox Judaism in America, highlighting its diversification and complexity, especially in areas such as dating preferences, relig...

In "Tweets and Bellows," the discussion revolves around the importance of writing and literature in regaining control of narratives and accessing the deeper ...

Daniel Matt's translation and commentary on the Zohar, a foundational text of Kabbalah, delves into the profound mystical teachings of Jewish mysticism. The ...

The text discusses the material dimension of Hasidism, focusing on the sacred objects and artistic creations associated with the movement. It highlights the ...

Ardie Geldman from Efrat, Israel, expresses concerns regarding the declining state of American Jewry as compared to the resilient nature of Israeli Jewry, hi...

Professor Salo Wittmayer Baron, a renowned scholar of Jewish history, challenged the conventional view of Jewish suffering by presenting a comprehensive soci...

The exhibition "Art Over Vitebsk" curated by Angela Lampe showcases the Russian Avant-Garde in Vitebsk, 1918-1922, highlighting the contributions of artists ...

Michael Brenner's book explores the complex history of the Zionist movement's quest for a "normal" Israel, highlighting the diverse views within early Zionis...

Gil Troy critiques Arthur Hertzberg's collection "The Zionist Idea" for its limited view of Zionism and lack of evolution of ideas, leading him to create his...

The text discusses Saul Bellow's inspiration for his novella "The Bellarosa Connection," which was sparked by a story about Broadway impresario Billy Rose sa...

"The Inquisitors Tale" by Adam Gidwitz is a children's book set in medieval France that features a young Jewish boy named Jacob among its main characters. Th...

Yoram Hazony's book, "The Virtue of Nationalism," delves into the revival of nationalism in response to liberal imperialism embodied by entities like the Eur...

Lionel Trilling, a prominent figure in American literary criticism, is explored through a selection of his letters in Adam Kirsch's book, shedding light on T...

Gershom Scholem, a renowned Jewish scholar, brought a unique perspective to Jewish mysticism and scholarship, intertwining tradition with modernist ideas. De...

"Zot ani, Iowa" by Galit Dahan Carlibach is a dark comedy based on her residency at the University of Iowa, taking fictional liberties with her real-life exp...

Emma Lazarus creatively captures the spirit of Rosh Hashanah 5643 in her poem, reflecting on the challenges faced by Eastern European Jews and the hope for a...

The Jewish Preview of Books, September 2018, features a selection of books that are anticipated to be of interest in the Jewish literary world. Some notable ...

In "The Burnt Pot," the author explores themes of assimilation, identity, and Jewish continuity through the lens of characters in Zadie Smith's novel "White ...

Allan Arkush raises concerns about the future of Jewish life in the American melting pot, asserting that Orthodoxy seems to be the most sustainable approach ...

The text discusses the changing status of Jews in America over time, focusing on the concepts of melting pot and cultural pluralism as applied to the Jewish ...

The discussion revolves around the challenges facing American Jews in maintaining their distinctive culture and religious commitments in a society marked by ...

The text discusses the lesser-known brother of the renowned Jewish scholar Gershom Scholem, a Communist named Werner, who is overshadowed by his famous sibli...

Dr. Yaakov Elman, a renowned scholar in the field of Talmudic studies, passed away leaving behind a significant scholarly legacy. His work focused on combini...

As the fall holiday season approaches, the Jewish Review of Books reflects on past issues and web articles, selecting 10 favorites that correspond with the t...

The text discusses three scholarly essays from leading journals, highlighting key points. The first essay focuses on the Jewish version of the repentant pros...

In "The Rabbi Goes to Court," the graphic history by Nina Caputo and Liz Clarke, the story of the medieval rabbi and scholar Nachmanides at the Barcelona Dis...

Rabbi Shai Held's two-volume work, "The Heart of Torah," comprises essays on Torah portions, exploring open-ended biblical narratives and themes like God's l...

Claude Lanzmann, the director of the renowned Holocaust documentary Shoah, passed away at the age of 92. Born to a secular Jewish family in Paris, Lanzmann j...

Jeremy England, an accomplished research scientist and an observant Jew, explores the origins of life through his work on the emergence of life-like behavior...

Joshua Holo responds to Elli Fischer's critique of Michael Chabon's commencement address at Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion (HUC-JIR). Fisc...

The Letters from Summer 2018 discuss various topics related to Jewish identity and history. One letter juxtaposes Ruth Wisse's portrayal of Mendele Mokher Se...

In this reflection, the author discusses his experience working for a Jewish organization and delves into the sociological theories of Peter Berger, particul...

During the age of the scientific revolution, figures like Sir Isaac Newton held beliefs that God's revelations were found in both Scripture and Nature, worki...

Israel Zangwill's play "The Melting Pot" presented America as a melting pot where immigrants of various backgrounds come together and assimilate, celebrated ...

Rabbi Nachum Rabinovitch, a modern and highly knowledgeable scholar, has produced an extensive 23-volume commentary called Yad Peshutah on Moses Maimonides' ...

Aharon Barak, a prominent figure in Israeli law, reshaped the country's legal landscape through bold judicial activism during his time on the Supreme Court f...

Rabbi Shai Held's two-volume collection "The Heart of Torah, Essays on the Weekly Torah Portion" delves into the importance of the Torah reading cycle and th...

Lon Werth, a Jewish writer and friend of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, hid in the French countryside during the Nazi invasion, chronicling the chaotic exodus in ...

Jewish Life magazine engaged with prominent African American leader Dr. W. E. B. Du Bois in the late 1940s and early 1950s, seeking to connect the struggles ...

The French publishing house Gallimard's decision to republish three anti-Semitic pamphlets by the controversial author Louis-Ferdinand Céline, known for his ...