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Yiddish & English: The Story Of Yiddish In America (Judaic Studies Series)
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This Is The Only Book To Seriously Treat The Intriguing Linguistic And Cultural Phenomenon Of The Intimate Contact Between Yiddish And English Over The Past 120 Years.Yiddish Arrived In America As The Mother Tongue Of Millions Of Jewish Immigrants From Eastern Europe. Not Only Did This Language Without A Homeland Survive In The Great American Melting Pot, It Infiltrated The Majority Language, English, With A Wide Variety Of New Words And Expressions And Helped To Establish A New Ethnic Language Called Jewish English. New Yorkers, In Particular, Have Adopted A Long List Of Yiddish Words, Including The Wellknown Kosher, Chutzpah, Klutz, Yenta, Nosh, Mavin, Schlep, And Shmo.Yiddish Had First Developed From Language Sharing As Jews Of Northern France And Northern Italy Migrated Into The Germanspeaking Region Of The Rhine Valley In The Middle Ages. Sol Steinmetz Traces The Development Of Such Words As Bonhomme From The Old French Meaning Good Man To The Yiddish Of Bonim, Or Shul For Synagogue Derived From The German Schuol, Meaning School, Which Had Come Originally From The Latin Schola, For Example. With A Rich Collection Of Quotations From Literature And The Press, Steinmetz Documents The Unusually High Lexical, Semantic, And Intonational Exchanges Between Yiddish And English In America. He Offers More Than 1,200 Yiddish Words, Expressions, Idioms, And Phrases That Have Melted Into The English Vernacular.Yiddish And English Is Important For Judaica Collections With Its Two Appendixesone On The Romanization Of Yiddish And Another Of Yiddishorigin Words, A Jewishenglish Glossary, A Selected Bibliography, And An Index. But This Slim Volume Is So Entertaining And Informative For The General Reader That It Is Recommended For Anyone Who Delights In Word Derivations And Language.
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- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: This book has one hundred eighty-eight pages. It is a concise study of the interaction between Yiddish and English.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is paperback. This makes it lightweight and easy to handle for readers.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures five point five one inches in length, zero point five one inches in width, and eight point five inches in height.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of the book is Sol Steinmetz. He explores the linguistic ties between Yiddish and English.
- Q: What is the main topic of the book? A: The main topic is the historical interaction between Yiddish and English over the past one hundred twenty years. It discusses how Yiddish influenced English vernacular.
- Q: Is this book suitable for general readers? A: Yes, it is suitable for general readers. The engaging writing style makes it accessible for anyone interested in languages.
- Q: How can I use this book effectively? A: You can read this book to understand the influences of Yiddish on English. It can also be used for research or educational purposes.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for students of Judaic studies? A: Yes, it is appropriate for students of Judaic studies. It provides valuable insights into Yiddish culture and language in America.
- Q: What age group is this book intended for? A: This book is intended for adults and older teens. It covers complex linguistic concepts that may not be suitable for younger readers.
- Q: How should I store this book to keep it in good condition? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This will help preserve its condition over time.
- Q: Do I need to do anything special to care for this book? A: No special care is needed. Just avoid exposing it to moisture or extreme temperatures.
- Q: Is there a glossary included in the book? A: Yes, there is a Jewish-English glossary included. It helps readers understand Yiddish-origin words used throughout the text.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, contact the seller for return or replacement options. Most sellers have policies in place for such issues.
- Q: Are there any appendices in the book? A: Yes, there are two appendices. One covers the romanization of Yiddish and another lists Yiddish-origin words.
- Q: How does this book compare to other language studies? A: This book uniquely focuses on the interaction between Yiddish and English, unlike other language studies that may cover broader topics.
- Q: Can this book help me learn Yiddish? A: While it does not serve as a language textbook, it provides valuable context and vocabulary for understanding Yiddish.