
Ghetto Comedies
'Ghetto Comedies' Summary
"Ghetto Comedies" is a collection of short plays written by Israel Zangwill, a renowned playwright of the late 19th century. This collection of works provides a unique look into the lives of Jewish immigrants living in the impoverished urban ghettos of Europe during this time period. Through humor and pathos, Zangwill explores the struggles and joys of life in these communities, shedding light on the experiences of this marginalized group.
Each play in the collection offers a different perspective on life in the ghetto, touching on themes such as poverty, love, and cultural identity. Zangwill's writing is both witty and incisive, bringing the characters and their experiences to life in a way that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.
"Ghetto Comedies" is a landmark work in Jewish literature and provides a valuable glimpse into a time and place that is often overlooked in historical narratives. The book is considered a classic of Jewish literature and continues to be read and studied by scholars and enthusiasts of Jewish history and culture.
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Israel Zangwill
United Kingdom
Israel Zangwill was a British author at the forefront of cultural Zionism during the 19th century, and was a close associate of Theodor Herzl. He later rejected the search for a Jewish homeland in Pal...
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