Isaac's Torah: A Novel by Angel Wagenstein PAPERBACK 9781635423716

Isaac's Torah: A Novel by Angel Wagenstein PAPERBACK 9781635423716

Other Press LLC

Experience the extraordinary saga of Isaac Jacob Blumenfeld in Angel Wagenstein's captivating novel, Isaac's Torah. This compelling story follows Isaac's journey through the tumultuous 20th century in Eastern Europe, a region belonging to multiple nations and enduring immense hardship. Isaac survives by masterfully playing the fool, an old Jewish art he elevates to a consummate performance. His life, from a small town shetl to a Siberian Gulag, is interwoven with the rich Yiddish jokes and fables of his homeland. With the guidance of his friend, Rabbi Shmuel Ben David, Isaac navigates two world wars, concentration camps, and five motherlands. This wise and artfully crafted book captures a central story of the last hundred years. Key Features: * A sweeping saga set against the backdrop of 20th-century Eastern European history. * Explores themes of survival, identity, and resilience through wit and wisdom. * Richly features Yiddish jokes and fables. * Written by acclaimed Bulgarian screenwriter and author, Angel Wagenstein. Product Summary: This novel by Angel Wagenstein, published by Other Press LLC, is a paperback edition titled 'Isaac's Torah'. It features 320 pages and is written in English. The ISBN is 9781635423716.

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