Title
The Five: A Novel of Jewish Life in TurnoftheCentury Odessa,Used
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The beginning of this tale of bygone days in Odessa dates to the dawn of the twentieth century. At that time we used to refer to the first years of this period as the 'springtime,' meaning a social and political awakening. For my generation, these years also coincided with our own personal springtime, in the sense that we were all in our youthful twenties. And both of these springtimes, as well as the image of our carefree Black Sea capital with acacias growing along its steep banks, are interwoven in my memory with the story of one family in which there were five children: Marusya, Marko, Lika, Serezha, and Torik.'from The FiveThe Five is an captivating novel of the decadent findesicle written by Vladimir Jabotinsky (18801940), a controversial leader in the Zionist movement whose literary talents, until now, have largely gone unrecognized by Western readers. The author deftly paints a picture of Russia's decay and declinea world permeated with sexuality, mystery, and intrigue. Michael R. Katz has crafted the first Englishlanguage translation of this important novel, which was written in Russian in 1935 and published a year later in Paris under the title Pyatero.The book is Jabotinsky's elegaic paean to the Odessa of his youth, a place that no longer exists. It tells the story of an uppermiddleclass Jewish family, the Milgroms, at the turn of the century. It follows five siblings as they change, mature, and come to accept their places in a rapidly evolving world. With flashes of humor, Jabotinsky captures the ferment of the time as reflected in political, social, artistic, and spiritual developments. He depicts with nostalgia the excitement of life in old Odessa and comments poignantly on the failure of the dream of Jewish assimilation within the Russian empire.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Five' by Vladimir Jabotinsky? A: 'The Five' explores the theme of Jewish life and identity in turn-of-the-century Odessa, focusing on the experiences and maturation of five siblings in a rapidly changing world.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Five' and what is his significance? A: The author, Vladimir Jabotinsky, was a notable leader in the Zionist movement and a talented writer whose works have received limited recognition in the West until recently.
- Q: When was 'The Five' originally published? A: 'The Five' was originally written in Russian in 1935 and published in Paris in 1936 under the title 'Pyatero'.
- Q: What language is this edition of 'The Five' translated into? A: This edition of 'The Five' is presented in English, translated by Michael R. Katz.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Five' contain? A: 'The Five' consists of 224 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of 'The Five' have? A: This edition of 'The Five' is a paperback binding.
- Q: In what condition is this product being sold? A: This product is being sold as 'New'.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Jabotinsky in 'The Five'? A: Readers can expect a rich and evocative writing style that captures the essence of life in Odessa, with elements of humor, nostalgia, and social commentary.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for 'The Five'? A: 'The Five' appeals to readers interested in Jewish history, literature, and the cultural dynamics of early 20th-century Eastern Europe.
- Q: What year was this English translation of 'The Five' published? A: This English translation of 'The Five' was published on April 13, 2005.