Khirbet Khizeh
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
The sensational and controversial novella about the evacuation of a Palestinian village in 1948 - published in the UK for the first time.
S. Yizhar Book order
September 27, 1916 – August 21, 2006
S. Yizhar is celebrated for his profound explorations of Palestinian themes and Israeli societal and political life. His works, often set against historical backdrops, are characterized by deep psychological insight and a poetic prose style. Yizhar delves into the intricate relationships between history, memory, and identity. His writing often features detailed descriptions of landscapes and the internal lives of his characters.
- 2011
- 2007
Midnight Convoy & Other Stories
- 283 pages
- 10 hours of reading
This collection features a selection of Yizhar's shorter fiction, showcasing his unique storytelling style and thematic depth. Notable stories include "Ephraim Goes Back to Alfalfa," which explores personal and cultural identity, and "Midnight Convoy," highlighting the tension of wartime experiences. Other stories like "Habakuk," "The Runaway," and "Harlamov" delve into diverse human emotions and situations, reflecting Yizhar's keen insights into the complexities of life. Together, these works illustrate his literary prowess and the richness of his narrative voice.
- 1998
Ein arabisches Dorf
- 103 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Ruth Achlama, geboren 1945 in Quedlinburg, studierte Rechtswissenschaft in Heidelberg und Bibliothekswissenschaft in Jerusalem. Heute ist sie hauptberuflich als freie Übersetzerin tätig und lebt in Tel Aviv.
- 1998
- 1996
S. Yishar (eigentlich: Yishar Smilansky), geboren 1916 als Sohn russischer Einwanderer in Rechovot/Palästina, arbeitete als Landwirt, Lehrer, Universitätsprofessor und war sechsmal Knesset-Abgeordneter. Er veröffentlichte zwei Romane, vier Bände mit Kurzgeschichten und mehrere Kinderbücher. Sein 1958 erschienener Roman «Tage von Ziklag» machte ihn zur moralischen Instanz einer ganzen Generation und wurde literarisch mit Günter Grass’ «Blechtrommel» verglichen. Er starb 2006 in Sderot.
