Dear Friends, Hebrew Literature is a much beloved subject which draws interest from Hebrew Language scholars to the casual reader as well as all those interested in Israeli and Jewish Culture.
In late 2010 we distributed Dalia Ravikovich Kol ah-Shirim, the collected poems of this great and prolific Israeli poet. The work was published by Kibbutz Ha-Meuhad, (no isbn.!) and edited by Uzi Shavit. A wonderfull addition to any Hebrew, Library collection. Cat. 75105 $ 30.00 Amnon Lord has written a book entitled 'Rez'ah be'in Yedidim,' on the important 20th Cent CE Israeli figure best known as a pioneering and leading Israeli magazine publisher, Uri Avneri. This book, well written and researched digs to the roots of the political disputes between factions in pre-state Palestine. The book is published by Dani Sefarim, Qiryat Gat, which to my mind has become an increasingly significant publisher in recent years. Cat. # 75738 $ 28.00 The newest novel by A. B. Yehoshua, Hesed Sepharadi, has been published by Kibbutz Ha-Meuhad. The book follows the theme of mercy as depicted in a classic Spanish painting. The book is entitled 'Spanish Charity,' in English. It is another essential in a long list of major works by the acclaimed author. Cat. 76014 $ 30.00 'Mabatim mitztalvim.' By Ziva Shamir is an examination of the creative work of A.B. Yehoshua, published by Kibbutz ha-Meuhad. Again there is no isbn but the work is a must have for any library interested in Hebrew Literature. Cat. 75777 $31.00 Although Jerusalem Books ltd specializes in supplying new Israeli books mostly in Hebrew to our many customers we also supply books in other languages published in Israel, including, Russian, English, Arabic and Yiddish. Here a few very important and interesting titles in English: Planning and Conserving Jerusalem / The Challenge of an Ancient City, was actually published and released about six months ago (in 2010) by the distinguished publisher Yad Ben Zvi. This excellent work is attractive and impressive. It is Jewish and World History in that the development of Jerusalem embodies historical periods and structures. Those in turn reflect political realities for example Herodian and Roman construction through Mamluk and Ottoman periods as well as the British Mandate period. All this is integral to modern planning and development of the modern city of Jerusalem. The book has chapters on demography, archaeology, infrastructure, tourism, holy sites and projects focusing on 1973-2003. Isbn 978-965-217-289-1 . Cat. A 74422 F $ 64.00 (please note this is the correct price, at this time, not $67. Also note that the book lists publication in 2009 but was actually released in mid-2010) In the area of legendary Hebrew Literature author S.Y. Agnon, Bar Ilan University has published 'Agnon and Germany the presence of the German World in the Writings of S.Y. Agnon. The title speaks for itself and the book is the work of two groups of scholars in Germany and Israel and was edited by Hans Jurgen Becker and Hillel Weiss. Isbn 978-965-226-368-1. This book is of interest to scholars of literature and history and includes a dozen chapters in English by ten scholars. Cat F 75585 $ 56.00 The Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs (and the American Jewish Committee) have published, 'American Jewry's Comfort Level, present and future, by Manfred Gerstenfeld and Steven Bayme. The book deals with issues of Philosophy, Jewish Identity, relations between the US and Israel and American Jewry and Israel now and in the future. The book has articles/chapters by many important 20th Cent CE Jewish figures. The book will be the subject of analysis, controversy and debate in the decades to come. ISBN 978-965-218-086-5. Cat. 75679 F $ 28.00 In the area of Judaism and Rabbinics let us mention three books. Covenant and Conversation, by UK Chief Rabbi Jonathan Sacks. The book as in the subtitle is on bible, Exodus the Book of Redemption. The book is a scholarly modern commentary and exegesis on Shemot by an important 20th Cent. CE jewish leader. (other vols. available) Isbn 978-159264-021-8. The book is published in Israel by Maggid Press a part of Koren Publishing. Cat. A 75292 F $29.00 Vision and Valor, is at the same time accessible and popular and comprehensive and scholarly. Subtitled, an illustrated history of Talmud, the book is about the Sages of the Talmud from the 3rd 5th Cent. CE. It describes different generations of Jewish Scholars and their thinking, customs, disputes, sayings and more. Through this work an important basis for studying Talmud and Jewish Legal thinking and folklore can be established. A golden period of Jewish legal, theological and cultural development in Babylonia is examined. The work analyzes the thinking and process of creating and editing the Talmud. The richness of the Oral Law which is the subject of the Mishna and ultimately the Talmud is examined. Even the footnotes relating to each chapter at the end of the book are over 50 pages long. Cat. B 75289 F $38.00 Last but not least, for now, 'In Her Own Voice,' in Hebrew, Hadara Tefillat Isha, is a beautiful, bilingual book an illuminated book of prayers for Jewish Women. The book is by an artist, Bezalel trained, Enya Tamar Keshet and she brings many traditional and some lesser known prayers for women, in Hebrew with English translation. There is English text and explanation of each entry, which are on subjects like marriage, pregnancy, birth, bat mitzvah and even agunot. The liturgical poetry in Hebrew is accompanied by marvelous calligraphy, artwork and papercut motifs. ISBN 978-965-526-0366. Published by Maggid Books an imprint of Koren Publishers Jerusalem. Cat. G 75287 F $39.00 These books are really outstanding and are recommended for any library of Judaica, from the faculty or school library to the shelves of any university or research library. We wish all of you an enjoyable springtime and a Happy Purim. Thank you for your time, attention, interest and feedback. 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