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Never Say Die!: A Thousand Years of Yiddish in Jewish Life and Letters (Contributions to the Sociology of Language [CSL], 30)
przez
Joshua A. Fishman
Brak ocen
Science & Technology
History
Format
Twarda okładka
Język
Angielski
Opublikowany
Sep 1, 1981
Wydawca
De Gruyter Mouton
ISBN-10
9027979782
ISBN-13
9789027979780
Opis
In this illuminating exploration, Joshua A. Fishman examines the intricate tapestry of Yiddish culture, language, and identity that spans a millennium. He delves into how Yiddish has shaped the lives, thoughts, and creativity of Jewish communities throughout history, reflecting not just a means of communication but a vital repository of collective memory and heritage.
Fishman's insightful narrative traces the evolution of Yiddish from its roots to its prominence in various aspects of Jewish life and letters. He articulates the struggles and triumphs of a language that has persistently resisted the pressures of assimilation and extinction. Through personal anecdotes and historical analysis, he reveals the enduring resilience of Yiddish, showcasing its significance in literature, music, and everyday conversation.
The work ultimately serves as a celebration of cultural survival and identity, emphasizing the importance of language as a living, breathing entity. Fishman brings to life the emotional resonance of Yiddish, reminding readers of its power to connect individuals to their past while continuing to shape their present and future.
Fishman's insightful narrative traces the evolution of Yiddish from its roots to its prominence in various aspects of Jewish life and letters. He articulates the struggles and triumphs of a language that has persistently resisted the pressures of assimilation and extinction. Through personal anecdotes and historical analysis, he reveals the enduring resilience of Yiddish, showcasing its significance in literature, music, and everyday conversation.
The work ultimately serves as a celebration of cultural survival and identity, emphasizing the importance of language as a living, breathing entity. Fishman brings to life the emotional resonance of Yiddish, reminding readers of its power to connect individuals to their past while continuing to shape their present and future.
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