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Books capture different eras of Jews throughout history

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Explore how Jewish identity and reading tastes have evolved over decades, from the Jewish bookshelf of the 1970s to today's fractured literary landscape. Academic studies and recent books delve into the transformation of American Jews and Judaism through literature, examining genres such as 'Introduction to Judaism literature' and 'anti-antisemitism literature.' The gender gap in Jewish literature is also addressed, with works analyzing Jewish masculinity and the role of women writers. The article questions what books would capture the Jewish vibes of the 21st century, highlighting the diversity and lack of a common Jewish bookshelf in today's fragmented Jewish community.

Original article source: https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/article-831498
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