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by Meir Shalev Translated by H Halkin Original title: Roman Rusi
The story of the Second Aliya* migration to Israel of enthusiastic pioneer groups from Eastern Europe is vividly brought to life in this novel. These pioneers, their contributions to the settlements and villages in Israel, their willfulness and contradictions, are the leitmotif of the story. (more...)
by Chaja Polak Translated by Susan Massotty Original title: Zomersonate
This is a slight, suggestively written, exquisite novella about fragility, vulnerability and growing up. The story appears to be set in the 1950s, but the exact time does not really matter. Its main character is Erwin, a sensitive and musically gifted eleven-year-old who plays the cello. (more...)