A Jew in America - by Arthur Hertzberg (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

The story of the Jewish scholar and leader recounts his life as it reflects the Jewish experience of the past century.

Review Quotes

"Hertzberg has put down his recollections in pointed, witty, and compelling prose. An iconoclast and traditionalist in one-- indispensable." - Stephen J. Dubner, author of Turbulent Souls: A Catholic Son's Return to His Jewish Family.
Both a learned commentary on events of the last half century, and a very personal tale, filled with spicy anecdotes... - Rabbi Eric H. Yoffie, President, Union of American Hebrew Congregations
"[Hertzberg] bears a moral light that never dims." - Anne Roiphe
"The author of four other books, he is considered in some circles the moral conscience of American Jews." - Booklist
"And the book is an inspiration-- for in the realm of right and wrong Hertzberg simply never compromises." - Jewish Journal
"If you care in any way about Jews or Judaism, Arthur Hertzberg's new book is a treasure." - Stephen J. Dubner, author of Turbulent Souls: A Catholic Son's Return to His Jewish Family
"This is a strong book about a man who followed his conscience." - Jewish Bulletin
"...a must read for anyone interested not only in the man, but also in the story of his times." - Washington Jewish Week
"[A]n extremely subtle, sensitive portrait." - New York Times Book Review
"Arthur Hertzberg is the leading public intellectual of Judaism of our times, and here he has written his masterpiece." - Jacob Neusner, The Jerusalem Post
"A lively and fascinating journey... not only well examined but also brilliantly told. Highly recommended." - Library Journal
"[R]iveting, important, and very readable." - Forward
"A gripping read -- full of irony, humour and experience. A page-turner." - Amnon Rubenstein, member of the Israeli Knesset and author of From Herzl to Rabin
"The very moving and inspiring journey of a man of conscience, courage and commitment to his spiritual identity." - Henry A. Kissinger
"This quintessential American story touches us because people of whatever faith or ethnicity share the values it conveys." - Bill Bradley, former U.S. Senator and presidential candidate
"A jewel of a book from a master story teller." - Martin Palmer, religious advisor to HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and author of The Jesus Sutras
"This is the story of the fulfillment of the American Jewish dream. A must read!" - Edgar Bronfman, President, World Jewish Congress