Alex Building a Life

by Alex Singer

Not only was Alex Singer a great human being -- and though young, he was great -- he was also a gifted writer and artist. These letters, diary entries and drawings are quite simply riveting. Whether... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9652291609
• ISBN13: 9789652291608
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Gefen Books
• Length: 273 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

Experience Alex Singer's Zionism, Compassion and Strength

If this book had been simply about an IDF soldier who made aliyah, it would have been interesting at that. However, this book is that and so much more. It is an opportunity to experience how determined a young soldier can be, how focused and centered on his beliefs a young man can be and how warm and compassionate a young Jewish son, brother and friend can be... in his own words, at the time he was making these decisions and having these experiences. It is an opportunity to experience Alex's Zionism, compassion and strength. Every letter/journal entry written by Alex moved me and I am not often moved by books and by people whom I have never met. I recommend this book as highly as I possibly can.

Alex's book has the potential to change lives.

Alex's writings convey powerfully and persuasively, an attitude and tone of voice that seems to be heard less and less. It's a voice that says that life is a gift to be lived fully, joyfully, spontaneously; that Judaism has the power and depth to challenge and enrich every Jew, and through them to improve the world; that doing for others is the most effective--the only--way of fulfilling yourself; and that Israel is the Jewish home and that instead of rejecting it for its faults we should work to correct them. Alex writes beautifully and honestly. His drawings are vivid and personal

Touching, tender and tragic

A life cut far too short. Heartwarming reading in a heartbreaking context

fascinating, poignant, heartbreaking

This book had a huge effect on me. The life of an ordinary man, reaching maturity, making important decisions in his life, described in his own words. The reality of his death does not hit you until the very end, despite knowing it will happen. Alex Singer was a true hero; he tried always to do 'the right thing' and acted always with pure intentions. The struggles of changing cultures comes out very clearly, as does his determination to live life to the fullest and commit to his nation and country. The world lost a great spirit when Alex was killed. He gave his life for his country, and he will not be forgotten. Everyone should own a copy of this book.

An American Jew's thoughts on Judaism, Life, and Aliyah.

In this collection of letters, drawings, and journals, Alex struggles with finding his place in life. He decides that this place is in Israel and moves there to join the army. He life was taken by Lebonese Terrorist on his 25 birthday. I cried when I got to the last letter that Alex penned and never finished. I knew that he was going to die, but seeing his life end in mid sentence was shocking. This book makes one thing about Israel, Judaism, and coming of age. Well worth the read.