Ari Means Lion

Ari Rath's memoir offers a deeply personal account of his life as a Jewish immigrant from Vienna, capturing significant historical moments such as the Anschluss and his escape to Palestine. He shares experiences of kibbutz life, his involvement in the Zionist youth movement in the USA, and his role in establishing the state of Israel, including activities with the Haganah. As editor and later editor-in-chief of the Jerusalem Post, he championed a politically liberal vision for Israel, making the newspaper central to his identity and mission.