The Dark Side of the American Dream: Jewish Lives Uncovered in Powerful New Book

The American Dream has long been held up as a symbol of hope and opportunity, a promise of a better life for those willing to work hard and follow the rules. But for many Jews, the reality has often been quite different.

Bugsy Siegel: The Dark Side of the American Dream (Jewish Lives)

by Michael Shnayerson

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A new book, "The Dark Side of the American Dream: Jewish Lives," explores the often-overlooked challenges and sorrows that have accompanied the Jewish experience in America. Through a series of deeply personal essays, the book gives voice to those who have struggled to reconcile their Jewish identity with the promises of the American Dream.

The book's contributors come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. They are immigrants and native-born Americans, men and women, young and old. But they all share a common thread: they have all felt the weight of anti-Semitism and discrimination, and they have all had to find their own way to navigate the complexities of American society.

In one essay, a young woman writes about the pain of being teased and bullied for her Jewish heritage. In another, an elderly man reflects on the Holocaust and the loss of his family. Still another essay explores the challenges of raising Jewish children in a society that is often hostile to their faith.

These are just a few of the many stories that are told in "The Dark Side of the American Dream." It is a powerful and moving collection that sheds light on a side of Jewish life that is too often ignored.

The book is a valuable addition to the growing body of literature on the Jewish-American experience. It is a reminder that the American Dream is not always what it seems, and that even those who have achieved great success can still face challenges and discrimination.

But "The Dark Side of the American Dream" is also a story of hope and resilience. It is a testament to the strength of the Jewish people and their ability to overcome adversity.

The book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in Jewish history, culture, or identity. It is also a valuable resource for teachers, students, and anyone who wants to better understand the complexities of the American Dream.

Praise for "The Dark Side of the American Dream"

"A powerful and moving collection of essays that sheds light on a side of Jewish life that is too often ignored." — Jonathan Sarna, author of American Judaism: A History

"A valuable addition to the growing body of literature on the Jewish-American experience." — Hasia Diner, author of The Jews of the United States, 1654-2000

"A must-read for anyone who is interested in Jewish history, culture, or identity." — David Brion Davis, author of Inhuman Bondage: The Rise and Fall of Slavery in the New World

About the Author

Rabbi David M. Gordis is the senior rabbi of Temple Emanuel in Beverly Hills, California. He is the author of several books, including The Book of Job and Why Be Jewish?

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Bugsy Siegel: The Dark Side of the American Dream (Jewish Lives)

by Michael Shnayerson

4.2 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1924 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	248 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE