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Exploring the intersection of Yiddish language and culture, this book offers a clever and humorous examination of how Yiddish expressions have influenced American life, from classic comedies like The Three Stooges to modern sitcoms like Seinfeld. It delves into the rich linguistic heritage and cultural significance of Yiddish, highlighting its unique contributions to humor and identity within Jewish communities and beyond.
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Born to Kvetch, Michael Wex
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- Released
- 2007
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- Title
- Born to Kvetch
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Michael Wex
- Publisher
- Harper Large Print
- Publisher
- 2007
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 456
- ISBN13
- 9780061340840
- Description
- Exploring the intersection of Yiddish language and culture, this book offers a clever and humorous examination of how Yiddish expressions have influenced American life, from classic comedies like The Three Stooges to modern sitcoms like Seinfeld. It delves into the rich linguistic heritage and cultural significance of Yiddish, highlighting its unique contributions to humor and identity within Jewish communities and beyond.