This author brings a wealth of experience from the entertainment and media industry to the literary world. His work is characterized by a unique ability to bridge the gap between business and creative interests, reflected in his storytelling approach. Through his texts, he offers readers insight into the behind-the-scenes of the creative process and the strategic thinking that underpins successful productions. His style is insightful and informative, resonating with those interested in the art of producing and media strategy.
The 1888 study delves into George Eliot's nuanced portrayal of Judaism in "Daniel Deronda," highlighting the author's empathetic insights. Written by a Jewish scholar in Germany, it aims to appreciate the depth of Eliot's understanding of Jewish identity and culture, offering a critical examination of her themes and characterizations within the novel.
Samson Wertheimer was a prominent Jewish financier and philanthropist in 18th-century Europe. This book provides a detailed look at his life and legacy, as well as his impact on the Jewish community of the time. Written by historian David Kaufmann, the book draws on a wide range of sources to paint a vivid and engaging portrait of this important figure.
Focusing on secondary capital cities (SCCs), this book explores the often-neglected dynamics that shape policy and economic development in these regions. Through four detailed case studies, it highlights the unique challenges and opportunities faced by SCCs, offering insights into their roles within national contexts. By examining these lesser-studied areas, the work aims to enrich the discourse in economic geography and political science, shedding light on their significance in the broader landscape of governance and development.
Uncreative Writing is scrutinized through the lens of various avant-garde movements in contemporary North American poetry, including Neo-Conceptualism and Flarf. David Kaufman analyzes works by notable poets to argue that this genre is neither a complete departure from lyric tradition nor a regressive response to neo-liberalism. Instead, he reveals that the true strengths and shortcomings of Uncreative Writing emerge when it is contextualized within the lyric tradition it purports to abandon, challenging both supporters and critics of the movement.
Focuses on Philip Guston's controversial figurative paintings of the late 1960s and 1970s. This title looks at the early critical reception of these works to see what the artist was actually doing and, at another level, to investigate the odd alchemy of artists and their audiences. It deals with Guston's complicated relationship to Judaism.