Book Discussion Group
Tuesday, September 20, 2016 • 17 Elul 5776
7:00 PM - 8:30 PMJoin the Havurah Book Discussion Group to read and discuss both fiction and nonfiction books by Jewish authors on a variety of themes. In our next session, we will discuss My Promised Land: The Triumph and Tragedy of Israel by Ari Shavit, a prominent Israeli journalist. Drawing on historical documents, interviews, and personal family history, Shavit examines the complexity of modern Israel with an unflinching look at it the difficult issues it faces. Unlike many books on Israel. My Promised Land incorporates the views of Israel's Arab minority, Mizrachi Jews, and the Palestinians. The result is a nuanced portrait of a country coming to grips with its past while moving forward into an uncertain future. This book is guaranteed to generate a lot of discussion. Please join us. Feel free to bring a nosh.
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