Title
The Brothers Ashkenazi
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Product Description Along With Such Masters As Zola, Flaubert, And Tolstoy, I. J. Singer'S Premodernist Social Novel The Brothers Ashkenazi Stands As A Masterpiece Of Storytelling. In The Polish City Of Lodz, The Brothers Ashkenazi Grew Up Very Differently In Talent And In Temperament. Max, The Firstborn, Is Fiercely Intelligent And Conniving, Determined To Succeed Financially By Any Means Necessary. Slowerwitted Jacob Is Strong, Handsome, And Charming But Without Great Purpose In Life. While Max Is Driven By Ambition And Greed To Be More Successful Than His Brother, Jacob Is Drawn To Easy Living And Decadence. As Waves Of Industrialism And Capitalism Flood The City, The Brothers And Their Families Are Torn Apart By The Clashing Impulses Of Old Piety And New Skepticism, Traditional Ways And Burgeoning Appetites, And The Hatred That Grows Between Faiths, Citizens, And Classes. Despite All Attempts To Control Their Destinies, The Brothers Are Caught Up By Forces Of History, Love, And Fate, Which Shape And, Ultimately, Break Them. First Published In 1936, The Brothers Ashkenazi Quickly Became A Bestseller As A Sprawling Family Saga. Breaking Away From The Introspective Shtetl Tales Of Classic Nineteenthcentury Writers, I. J. Singer Brought To Yiddish Literature The Multilayered Plots, Large Casts Of Characters, And Narrative Sweep Of The Traditional European Novel. Review One Of The Great Books. . . . It Can Be Compared To Tolstoy'S War And Peace Without Condescension. New York Sun The Book Has The Grand Sweep Of Tolstoy. . . With Pitchperfect Artistry And Pace. Wall Street Journalthe Brothers Ashkenazi Rates A Place On Any Shelf Devoted To Modern Works Of Art. Newsweekthe Most Important Novel Of Jewish Life So Far Published In English. Philip Rahv About The Author Israel Joshua Singer (18931944), The Brother Of Nobel Prizewinner Isaac Bashevis Singer, Was Born In Bilgoraj, Poland, The Son Of A Rabbi. He Contributed To Yiddish Newspapers In Warsaw And Kiev, Where His Short Story, ''Pearls,'' Was Published, Which Brought Him Immediate Recognition. In 1921 He Was Hired As A Correspondent For The Jewish Daily Forward. In 1927 He Wrote His First Novel, Steel And Iron, Which Was Followed Five Years Later By Yoshe Kalb. He Came To The United States In 1934, And Within Two Years The Brothers Ashkenzai Was Published, A Work That Was Not Only An Instant Success But Was Also Destined To Become A Classic In Its Time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Brothers Ashkenazi'? A: 'The Brothers Ashkenazi' explores themes of ambition, family dynamics, and the clash between tradition and modernity within the context of industrializing Poland.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Brothers Ashkenazi'? A: The author of 'The Brothers Ashkenazi' is Israel Joshua Singer, a prominent Yiddish writer known for his rich storytelling and character development.
- Q: What type of novel is 'The Brothers Ashkenazi'? A: 'The Brothers Ashkenazi' is a premodernist social novel that combines elements of family saga and historical fiction, depicting the lives of two brothers against the backdrop of societal change.
- Q: When was 'The Brothers Ashkenazi' first published? A: 'The Brothers Ashkenazi' was first published in 1936 and has since become a significant work in modern literature.
- Q: Is 'The Brothers Ashkenazi' suitable for readers interested in Jewish literature? A: Yes, 'The Brothers Ashkenazi' is an important work in Jewish literature, providing insight into Jewish life in early 20th century Poland.
- Q: What are the main characters in 'The Brothers Ashkenazi'? A: The main characters are Max and Jacob Ashkenazi, two brothers with contrasting personalities and life paths, representing different responses to societal pressures.
- Q: What is the format of the edition published on October 19, 2010? A: The edition published on October 19, 2010, is an unabridged audio CD format, allowing for an immersive listening experience.
- Q: How does 'The Brothers Ashkenazi' compare to other classic novels? A: 'The Brothers Ashkenazi' is often compared to classic novels like Tolstoy's 'War and Peace' for its grand narrative and depth of character exploration.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style in 'The Brothers Ashkenazi'? A: Readers can expect a rich, layered narrative style, with intricate plots and a wide array of characters, characteristic of early 20th-century European novels.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews of 'The Brothers Ashkenazi'? A: Yes, notable reviews highlight its literary significance, with accolades from publications like the New York Sun and Wall Street Journal praising its artistry and scope.