Currently reading Born to Kvetch, by Michael Wex
Yes. I love all things Jewish. Little did I know I would so enjoy the Yiddish language (in all its moods, of which there are many). This book is more linguistically-driven than I thought it would be, and while it can be a bit dry in places, the overall effect is delightful. Yiddish is a language that developed not necessarily out of necessity, but rather for the mere amusement of its speakers. Yiddish is a past-time: a lifestyle born out of adversity, created for the purpose of making light of any and every situation.
I'm about half-way through this read. Check back later to see a full review!
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