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Michael Wex

    Michael Wex wird als ein nationaler Schatz des Jiddischen gefeiert und zählt zu den führenden Persönlichkeiten der gegenwärtigen Wiederbelebung des Jiddischen. Als Romanautor, Professor und Übersetzer bereichert er die Literatur mit seiner einzigartigen Stimme. Seine Auftritte als Stand-up-Comedian und Solokünstler unterstreichen seine vielseitigen Talente. Wex hält weitreichende Vorträge über Jiddisch und jüdische Kultur und vertieft damit das Verständnis für diese lebendige Tradition.

    Born to Kvetch. Yiddish Language and Culture in All of Its Moods
    Rhapsody in Schmaltz
    Born to Kvetch
    Just Say NU
    Die Abenteuer des Micah Mushmelon, kindlicher Talmudist
    Shlepping the exile
    • Just Say NU

      Yiddish for Every Occasion (When English Just Won't Do)

      • 336 Seiten
      • 12 Lesestunden
      4,0(23)Abgeben

      Exploring the richness of Yiddish, Michael Wex provides readers with practical ways to incorporate this vibrant language into everyday communication. Through engaging anecdotes and cultural insights, he highlights how Yiddish can enhance conversations, storytelling, and debates, offering a unique blend of humor and education. The book serves as both a guide and a celebration of Yiddish culture, making it an entertaining resource for anyone looking to enrich their language skills.

      Just Say NU
    • A delightful excursion through the Yiddish language, the culture it defines and serves, and the fine art of complaint. Throughout history, Jews around the world have had plenty of reasons to lament.

      Born to Kvetch
    • Rhapsody in Schmaltz

      • 318 Seiten
      • 12 Lesestunden
      3,7(77)Abgeben

      Exploring the rich history of Jewish cuisine in America, this book delves into the dishes brought by Yiddish-speaking Jews from Central and Eastern Europe. It examines the evolution of foods like bagels and deli sandwiches, their regional variations, and their cultural significance both in Jewish communities and in broader American society. The narrative highlights how these culinary traditions have been refined over generations, illustrating their lasting impact on American foodways.

      Rhapsody in Schmaltz
    • A delightful excursion through the Yiddish language, the culture it defines and serves, and the fine art of complaint Throughout history, Jews around the world have had plenty of reasons to lament. And for a thousand years, they've had the perfect language for it. Rich in color, expressiveness, and complexity, Yiddish has proven incredibly useful and durable. Its wonderful phrases and idioms impeccably reflect the mind-set that has enabled the Jews of Europe to survive a millennium of unrelenting persecution . . . and enables them to kvetch about it! Michael Wex—professor, scholar, translator, novelist, and performer—takes a serious yet unceasingly fun and funny look at this remarkable kvetch-full tongue that has both shaped and has been shaped by those who speak it. Featuring chapters on curse words, food, sex, and even death, he allows his lively wit and scholarship to roam freely from Sholem Aleichem to Chaucer to Elvis. Perhaps only a khokhem be-layle (a fool, literally a "sage at night," when there's no one around to see) would care to pass up this endearing and enriching treasure trove of linguistics, sociology, history, and folklore—an intriguing appreciation of a unique and enduring language and an equally fascinating culture.

      Born to Kvetch. Yiddish Language and Culture in All of Its Moods
    • The narrative explores the mindset of individuals who maintain an unwavering belief in their own superiority, shaped by early childhood affirmations from their mothers. It delves into themes of self-perception, entitlement, and the disconnect between self-image and reality. The author critiques the societal tendency to uphold these inflated views, suggesting that such beliefs lead to a lack of awareness and empathy towards others.

      How to Be a Mentsh (and Not a Shmuck) LP
    • The Frumkiss Family Business

      A Megilla in 14 Chapters

      • 384 Seiten
      • 14 Lesestunden

      Blending intellectual depth with humor, this novel weaves a narrative reminiscent of Thomas Mann and Mordecai Richler. It explores complex themes while delivering sharp wit, creating a timeless reading experience that captivates and entertains. The characters are richly developed, offering insights into human nature and society, making it a standout work that resonates with readers seeking both substance and levity.

      The Frumkiss Family Business