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The New Joys Of Yiddish: Completely Updated,New
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More Than A Quarter Of A Century Ago, Leo Rosten Published The First Comprehensive And Hilariously Entertaining Lexicon Of The Colorful And Deeply Expressive Language Of Yiddish. Said To Give Body And Soul To The Yiddish Language, The Joys Of Yiddish Went On To Become An Indispensable Tool For Writers, Journalists, Politicians, And Students, As Well As A Perennial Bestseller For Three Decades.Rosten Described His Book As A Relaxed Lexicon Of Yiddish, Hebrew, And Yinglish Words Often Encountered In English, Plus Dozens That Ought To Be, With Serendipitous Excursions Into Jewish Humor, Habits, Holidays, History, Religion, Ceremonies, Folklore, And Cuisinethe Whole Generously Garnished With Stories, Anecdotes, Epigrams, Talmudic Quotations, Folk Sayings, And Jokes. To This Day, It Is Considered The Seminal Work On Yiddish In Americaa True Classic And A Staple In The Libraries Of Jews And Nonjews Alike.With The Recent Renaissance Of Interest In Yiddish, And In Keeping With A Language That Embodies The Variety And Vibrancy Of Life Itself, The New Joys Of Yiddish Brings Leo Rostens Masterful Work Up To Date. Revised For The First Time By Lawrence Bush In Close Consultation With Rostens Daughters, It Retains The Spirit Of The Originalwith Its Wonderful Jokes, Tidbits Of Cultural History, Talmudic And Biblical References, And Tips On Pronunciationand Enhances It With Hundreds Of New Entries, Thoughtful Commentary On How Yiddish Has Evolved Over The Years, And An Invaluable New Englishtoyiddish Index. In Addition, The New Joys Of Yiddish Includes Wondrous And Amusing Illustrations By Renowned Artist R.O. Blechman.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The New Joys of Yiddish' about? A: The New Joys of Yiddish is a comprehensive lexicon that explores the Yiddish language, its humor, culture, and expressions. It is an updated edition of Leo Rosten's classic work, featuring new entries and commentary on the evolution of Yiddish.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The New Joys of Yiddish'? A: The book is authored by Leo Rosten, with the updated edition revised by Lawrence Bush.
- Q: What can I expect from the updated edition? A: The updated edition includes hundreds of new entries, thoughtful commentary on Yiddish's evolution, and an English-to-Yiddish index, while retaining the humor and spirit of the original.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The New Joys of Yiddish has 496 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners learning Yiddish? A: Yes, the book is suitable for beginners as it provides a relaxed lexicon of Yiddish words and cultural insights, making it accessible for those new to the language.
- Q: Are there illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book includes wondrous and amusing illustrations by renowned artist R.O. Blechman.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used book is in good condition.
- Q: When was 'The New Joys of Yiddish' published? A: The book was published on October 2, 2001.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: This book appeals to writers, journalists, students, and anyone interested in Yiddish culture and language, making it suitable for both Jews and non-Jews.