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The Seven Good Years

And Other Stories of I. L. Peretz

I L Peretz author Esther Hautzig translator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Jewish Publication Society

Published:23rd Feb '04

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Ten stories by a master of Yiddish literature. Readers of all ages will be charmed by Hautzig's 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.

A collection of ten stories by a master of Yiddish literature. It is suitable for children and adults alike.Ten stories by a master of Yiddish literature, charmingly retold and illustrated. Readers 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. The charming stories and evocative drawings make this collection a timeless treasure that will delight children and adults alike.

"These captivating tales will introduce . . . readers to the magic of one of the fathers of Yiddish literature."—Village Voice

ISBN: 9780827607712

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96 pages