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The New Joys of Yiddish: Completely Updated,New
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Enjoy the most comprehensive and hilariously entertaining lexicon of the colorful and deeply expressive language of Yiddish. 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 referencesand is enhanced by hundreds of new entries and thoughtful commentary on how Yiddish has evolved over the years, as well as clever illustrations by R. O. Blechman.Did you know that cockamamy, bluffer, maven, and aha! are all Yiddish words? If you did, youre a gaon, possessing a lot of seykhl.
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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 and entertaining lexicon that explores the colorful and expressive language of Yiddish, updated by Lawrence Bush with new entries and thoughtful commentary.
- Q: Who is the author of The New Joys of Yiddish? A: The book is authored by Leo Rosten, a renowned writer and humorist, with the updated edition revised by Lawrence Bush.
- Q: How many pages are in The New Joys of Yiddish? A: The book contains 496 pages, providing an extensive exploration of the Yiddish language.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The New Joys of Yiddish is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was The New Joys of Yiddish published? A: The book was published on August 26, 2003.
- Q: Is The New Joys of Yiddish suitable for beginners? A: Yes, the book is suitable for both beginners and those familiar with Yiddish, as it offers insights into the language's evolution and includes many new entries.
- Q: Does The New Joys of Yiddish include illustrations? A: Yes, the book features clever illustrations by R. O. Blechman, enhancing the reading experience.
- Q: What kind of content can I expect in The New Joys of Yiddish? A: You can expect a mixture of cultural history, jokes, Talmudic and biblical references, and commentary on the Yiddish language.
- Q: Are there any new words or entries in the updated edition? A: Yes, the updated edition includes hundreds of new entries that reflect the evolution of Yiddish.
- Q: Can I find common Yiddish words in this book? A: Yes, The New Joys of Yiddish includes many common Yiddish words and phrases, providing definitions and context for them.