Sholom Aleichem Books

Sholom Aleichem became a central figure in Yiddish literature, renowned for the naturalness of his characters' speech and the accuracy of his descriptions of shtetl life. His narratives skillfully captured authentic moments of Jewish life, with early critics often highlighting the cheerfulness of his characters as a means of coping with adversity. Later critics, however, discerned a deeper, tragic undertone within his writing. Often referred to as the "Jewish Mark Twain" due to stylistic similarities and the use of pen names, his work resonated with both adult and child audiences.

My First Love Affair and Other Stories
384 pages
14 hours of reading
The 20 selections in this volume, lovingly translated by Curt Leviant with all the warmth and spirit of the original Yiddish, encomapss some of Sholom Aleichem’s finest tales, among them “Progress in Kasrilevke,” “Summer Romances,” “Birth,” “There’s No Dead,” “Someone to Envy,” “Three Widows,” “Homesick,” “On America,” “A Home Away from Home,” “To the Hot Springs,” and the title story.Filled with richly atmospheric details and accurate, affectionate characterizations, this collection is sure to delight devotees of this incomparable master of satire and wit.
The Song of Songs
112 pages
4 hours of reading
A tender Jewish tale follows the story of a young boy named Shimek who finds himself falling in love with Buzie, the daughter of his deceased brother, and due to shyness can only express his feelings through quoting the Bible. 15,000 first printing.

My First Love Affair and Other Stories

The Song of Songs