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Louis Brandeis Slept Here: A Slightly Cynical History of American Jews

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As a hebrew school student, I felt that Gleicher's informative and humorous portrayal of American Jewry enabled me to indulge in the history of my coveted religion with rabid enjoyment and intensity. His unorthodox writing style should be marveled by all, and appreciated by both curious readers and avid historians alike. An absolute masterpiece.

American Jewish history is not one of my favorite topics. In school, I slept through most of it. Mr. Gleicher takes this topic and interjects his own brand of humor and commentary which makes for a surprisingly enjoyable read. Highly recommended!

A well written book touching on the highlights of American Jewish history. The authors anicdotal style lends itself well to the lay reader wishing to receive an overview. Of greater value, however, is this book's ability to serve as a review for those having read a more indepth and intensive history of American Jews. I highly recommend this book for those wishing a lighter approach and urge those having read more intensely to enjoy this book as an enjoyable review.

A breezy, entertaining history which will be added to my list of standard Bar and Bat Mitzvah gifts. I would ask the author, however, to delete the poor-taste NJ joke, which has caused me to think twice about sending the book to residents of that beautiful state in which I grew up. There is no excuse and you risk offending one of the largest, most vibrant, committed to tradition, communities in the country. I am NOT without a sense of humor and enjoyed your other remarks tremendously.