American Hebraist: Essays on Agnon and Modern Jewish Literature

Alan Mintz (1947–2017) was a prominent figure in American Jewish literature, known for his six authoritative books and numerous journal articles. This collection of fifteen insightful articles and essays, introduced and contextualized by David Stern, explores topics such as S. Y. Agnon, Jewish and Israeli literature, the Holocaust, and Mintz's autobiographical essay. American Hebraist offers new insights into Mintz's intellectual career and is an essential companion to his scholarship.

Format: Hardback
Length: 284 pages
Publication date: 13 September 2022
Publisher: Pennsylvania State University Press

Alan Mintz, a prominent figure in American Jewish literature, left an indelible mark on the literary landscape with his extensive contributions. In addition to publishing six authoritative books and numerous journal articles on modern and contemporary Jewish culture, Mintz also wrote countless reviews and essays for esteemed literary journals such as the New Republic, the New York Times Book Review, and the Jewish Review of Books. These writings, scattered across miscellaneous volumes and publications, offer a deeper glimpse into Mintz's scholarly personality, showcasing aspects that are not fully evident in his monographs.

American Hebraist, a collection of fifteen insightful articles and essays by Alan Mintz, delves into a diverse range of topics. The book explores the life and work of Nobel Prize winner S. Y. Agnon, including a chapter from Mintz's unfinished literary biography. It also examines Jewish and Israeli literature, the Holocaust, and a rare autobiographical essay by Mintz.

David Stern, Mintz's longstanding colleague and friend, provides valuable introductions and contextualization for each chapter, tracing the arc of Mintz's intellectual career. The volume concludes with a personal essay and remembrance written by Beverly Bailis, the last student to complete a doctorate under Mintz's direction.

Brimming with erudition and intriguing biographical notes, American Hebraist offers fresh perspectives on the life and work of one of the twentieth century's most influential scholars of modern Hebrew literature. Students and scholars alike will find this essential companion to Mintz's scholarship invaluable.

Weight: 567g
Dimension: 229 x 152 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780271092386