Synopses & Reviews
"These captivating tales will introduce readers to the magic of one of the fathers of Yiddish literature."-- Village Voice A Parent's Choice Remarkable Book for LiteratureTen stories by a master of Yiddish literature, charmingly retold and illustratedReaders of all ages will be charmed by Hautzig's skillful and sensitive translations of I.L. Peretz's tales from Eastern Europe. Peretz, considered one of the greatest writers of modern Yiddish literature, wrote of the magical quality of kindness and the bitter fruits of blind faith. First published by JPS in 1984, this book is now being reissued after many years out of print. The charming stories and evocative drawings make this collection a treasure that will delight all ages.
Review
"These captivating tales will introduce . . . readers to the magic of one of the fathers of Yiddish literature."—Village Voice Village Voice
Synopsis
Ten stories by a master of Yiddish literature, charmingly retold and illustrated. Readers of all ages will be charmed by Hautzigs skillful and sensitive translations of I. L. Peretzs tales from Eastern Europe. Peretz, considered one of the greatest writers of modern Yiddish literature, wrote of the magical quality of kindness and the bitter fruits of blind faith. The charming stories and evocative drawings make this collection a timeless treasure that will delight children and adults alike.