Tag: Israeli Literature

Haim Gouri's poem "I Live at This Time in an Old Book" reflects on living in an old country intertwined with Jewish history, exploring themes of old age, hope, and the eternal struggle of the Jewish people.
Jessica Cohen has risen to prominence as the most sought-after Hebrew-to-English translator of contemporary Israeli literature.
The text presents a quiz with questions related to Jewish and Israeli knowledge.
Etgar Keret, a renowned Israeli writer, resumed writing after a period of writer's block following a traumatic event on Oct. 7.
"Readjusting Sights" is a comparison between the experiences of two Israeli soldiers, Roi and Haim Sabato, during different wars.
This article explores five Hebrew sayings that offer insight into the Israeli psyche.
"And the Bride Closed the Door" by Ronit Matalon is a comedy that gives voice to Mizrahi women in Israel.
Israeli literary figure Etgar Keret discusses defending democracy, storytelling, and heartwarming stories about his late mother in a recent interview.
In "Rub Salt into Love," Israeli poet Almog Behar explores the intertwining of Hebrew and Arabic in his family history and writing.
The Lost Detective trilogy by Shimon Adaf is a fast-paced detective story set in the small town of Sderot, Israel, with profound political and social commentary.
Dr. Sharon Alroy-Preis, Head of Public Health Services at Israel's Ministry of Health, is interviewed in this podcast episode, discussing her role in leading Israel's COVID-19 vaccination efforts and concerns about a potential fifth wave.
Israeli artist Rutu Modan's graphic novel, Tunnels, tells the story of Nili and Broshi, children of a renowned archaeologist, who find themselves on opposite sides in a struggle for the Ark of the Covenant.
"Lives in Translation" by Hillel Halkin is a book that explores the relationship between Hebrew literature, the Hebrew language, and Zionism.
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.
Dr. Kfir Cohen Lustig from The Van Leer Jerusalem Institute discusses his book on Israeli and Palestinian literature in the context of globalization and the Marxist tradition in literary criticism, offering a fresh perspective on these works.
The Tel Aviv Review of Books is a new online publication that provides English-language content such as book reviews, essays, literary criticism, fiction, and poetry to offer international readers insights into the Israeli literary scene.
The Tel Aviv Review of Books is a new online English-language publication providing insights into the world of Israeli literature through book reviews, essays, criticism, fiction, and poetry.
Erez Biton, a blind Hebrew poet born to Moroccan-Jewish parents, has made significant contributions to Israeli literature, particularly within the Mizrahi community, exploring themes of displacement and identity.
"Black Honey, The Life and Poetry of Avraham Sutzkever" is a documentary highlighting the story of Avraham Sutzkever, a prominent Yiddish poet who survived the Holocaust and continued to create powerful work afterward.
Dr. Rachel Harris explores the portrayal of women in Israeli cinema in her book Warrior, Witches, Whores: Women in Israeli Cinema, discussing how these representations reflect larger shifts in Israeli society and culture.
In episode 138 of People of the Book, Israeli-born writer Ruby Namdar discusses his novel "The Ruined House," exploring themes of madness through the character of Andrew P. Cohen in New York City.
"Rak Shnenu" by Elhanan Nir delves into the complexities of a Religious Zionist Israeli family, focusing on the Lehavi family in the Beerot settlement.
Journalist and author Mika Almog delves into her new collection of short stories in "Anticipation," focusing on ordinary yet compelling characters set in contemporary Israel.
Renowned Israeli and American Jewish authors discussed a range of topics, including identity, Judaism, and Zionism in a collection of conversations published by the Israeli newspaper Yediot Aharonot during Book Week.
David Grossman's novel "A Horse Walks into a Bar" tells the story of comedian Dov Greenstein's final stand-up show in a seedy club, where he performs a dark and unsettling routine that blurs the line between comedy and tragedy, exposing his own emotional and physical vulnerabilities.