Eight Tales for Eight Nights: Stories for Chanukah [Paperback]

Peninnah Schram (Author), Steven M. Rosman (Author)

Book Description

Eight Tales for Eight Nights: Stories for Chanukah is a book created to inspire the sharing of stories between generations during this wondrous holiday time. Gifted storytellers Peninnah Schram and Steven M. Rosman have gathered, from every corner of the Jewish world, tales that reflect the customs and traditions of Jews as they have lived throughout the ages. These are stories meant to be shared. They are intended to be read by adults to children, by friends to friends, as they celebrate the holiday together. These stories are themselves a celebration of Jewish memories. They will spark the reader's own tales and kindle the flame of one's imagination.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

The original story of the Maccabees is retold with grace and simplicity, then eight more tales--one for each night of Chanukah--from different cultures and ages are told. These tales emphasize Chanukah themes such as the miracle of lights, Jewish pride, freedom, thanksgiving, and dedication. Papercut folk art illustrates each story. This is a book for celebration, for reading aloud intergenerationally, and for sharing with non-Jews who want to understand the spirit of Jewish tradition. Highly recommended for public and elementary school libraries.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 184 pages
• Publisher: Jason Aronson (November 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0876682344
• ISBN-13: 978-0876682340
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 7.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.7 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,450,269 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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