From the Heart of Israel Or Jewish Tales and Types

From the Heart of Israel: Jewish Tales and Types is a collection of stories and essays by Bernard Drachman, a prominent Jewish leader and writer in the early 20th century. The book explores various aspects of Jewish life and tradition, drawing on both biblical and modern sources. Drachman's writing is characterized by a deep reverence for Jewish history and culture, and a commitment to preserving and passing on the traditions of his people. The stories in the book cover a wide range of topics, from biblical figures like Moses and David to modern-day Jewish communities in Europe and America. Each story is accompanied by Drachman's insightful commentary and analysis, providing readers with a rich and nuanced understanding of Jewish life and thought. Overall, From the Heart of Israel is a powerful and inspiring testament to the enduring strength and vitality of Jewish culture and identity.1905. This work contains a delightful collection of Jewish tales and types from Israel that will amuse and enchant the reader. Contents: Apologia Pro Libro Suo; Village Kehillah; Little Horseradish Woman; The General; Too Late, But On Time; Proselyte of Righteousness; Isaac and Alice; Scissors-Grinder; The Schlemihl; A Victim of Prejudice; Rabbi's Game of Cards; and a glossary of Hebrew and other non-English terms.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.