Mimekor Yisrael, Abridged and Annotated Edition: Classical Jewish Folktales - Micha Joseph Bin Gorion

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\n \n[Bin Gorion's] crowning achievement was Mimekor Yisrael, a multilayered compendium of post-biblical Jewish lore and demonology. --Commentary\n \nOne of the most extraordinary publishing events in my memory--a huge source of discoveries of the quintessential Jewish experience. --Nat Hentoff\n \nThis is a most important collection, actually unique in its field. I recommend it to all good readers. --Isaac Bashevis Singer\n \nIt is wonderful to have this treasure trove of Jewish Folktales finally available in English. --Bruno Bettelheim\n \nIndispensable to anyone wishing to learn and explore the beauty of ancient Jewish legends. --Elie Wiesel\n \nFor this new edition, Dan Ben-Amos has added commentary, historical identification of personalities and events, extensive headnotes, and a survey of relevant editions and sources. A truly monumental work.\n

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Indiana University Press

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9780253205889

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