Dreamers of the Ghetto by Israel Zangwill
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| Author | Zangwill, Israel, 1864-1926 |
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| LoC No. | 04015346 |
| Title | Dreamers of the Ghetto |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Dreamers of the Ghetto" by Israel Zangwill is a historical fiction work written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the lives of Jewish figures who emerged from the Ghetto, emphasizing their artistic and philosophical struggles against societal constraints. Central to the narrative are characters who grapple with their identities and aspirations within the confines and traditions of their community. The opening of the book sets a reflective tone as the narrator introduces a child living in the Venetian Ghetto, recalling his life in the shadowy confines and rich cultural traditions of his community. The child looks out from his high window, absorbing the vibrant life of the Ghetto while remaining blissfully unaware of the outside world and the badges of shame carried by his people. From the child's perspective, the Ghetto feels magical and full of wonders, filled with the traditions and rituals that define his existence, until he begins to confront the harsh reality of his community's isolation and the psyche of its people. This initial glimpse establishes the deep emotional and cultural essence that will inform the themes throughout the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Jews -- Fiction |
| Subject | Jewish fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29875 |
| Release Date | Aug 31, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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