The Old Country
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Sholom Aleichem
Binding: Hardback
Published: Andre Deutsch, 1958
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Dust jacket chipped, missing small section front top left and has tear (about 2cm) (see photo), previous owner markings inside first page, page edges yellowed
Sholom Aleichem's "The Old Country" presents a poignant collection of short stories that vividly chronicle Jewish life in the shtetls of Eastern Europe at the turn of the 20th century. This work of classic Yiddish literature captures the humor, resilience, and struggles of its characters through a series of vignettes that range from the deeply moving to the comically absurd. Aleichem masterfully portrays the traditions, superstitions, and daily routines of a community facing an uncertain future, offering readers an intimate glimpse into a world that was on the cusp of profound change. The narratives are rich with cultural detail and human insight, making it an essential read for those interested in Jewish history, folklore, and the enduring power of storytelling.
Author: Sholom Aleichem
Binding: Hardback
Published: Andre Deutsch, 1958
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Dust jacket chipped, missing small section front top left and has tear (about 2cm) (see photo), previous owner markings inside first page, page edges yellowed
Sholom Aleichem's "The Old Country" presents a poignant collection of short stories that vividly chronicle Jewish life in the shtetls of Eastern Europe at the turn of the 20th century. This work of classic Yiddish literature captures the humor, resilience, and struggles of its characters through a series of vignettes that range from the deeply moving to the comically absurd. Aleichem masterfully portrays the traditions, superstitions, and daily routines of a community facing an uncertain future, offering readers an intimate glimpse into a world that was on the cusp of profound change. The narratives are rich with cultural detail and human insight, making it an essential read for those interested in Jewish history, folklore, and the enduring power of storytelling.