Jewish Mothers: Strength, Wisdom, Compassion

by Paula Wolfson and Lloyd Wolf

In this celebration of Jewish women and motherhood, stunning black and white duotones are paired with intimate profiles that evoke the lives of fifty Jewish mothers. Each extraordinary woman featured in this collection shares her powerful insights into the meaning of family, Judaism, love, and community with recollections and observations of Jewish life in America. From rabbis and scholars to activists and artists, these frank and powerful women discuss...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0811827895
• ISBN13: 9780811827898
• Release Date: May 2000
• Publisher: Chronicle Books (CA)
• Length: 143 Pages
• Weight: 2.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 10.8" x 10.1"

Customer Reviews

Jewish Mothers - A Marvelous Book

"Jewish Mothers" is terrific. The diversity of subjects, storytelling images, and biographical essays are excellent windows into the variety and complexity of American Jewish Womanhood. The opening essay about Joyce Antler highlights the importance of Jewish family attitudes in promoting the success and strength of so many of these subjects. The photos which accompany each essay illuminate the experiences and personalities of each woman. My favorite is the joyful exhuberant joyfulness of Rachel Eitches as she nurses her twin babies. Great shot. Readers interested in women's issues, Jewish life and culture, and intergenerational relationships will find this book stimulating. Makes a great bat mitzvah gift.... Alice Gross

The Real Mothers!

Wow, what a powerful and gorgeous book. I have shed tears after reading each woman's story. Every woman has made an impact on the world in her own way.

A Marvel about Mothers!

This collaborative effort of words and stunning compilation of photography is phenomenal. The women featured are inspiring and -- best of all --very "real!" This book is truly a must-have and would be a great gift for any woman ... for Mother's Day or any day.

A Great Gift for Mother's Day

This is an excellent book to give to your mother or wife on Mother's Day, or any day of the year just to say thanks for being who you are.