Victor Haim Perera
Alexandra J. Wall
July 3, 2003
The author of \”The Cross and the Pear Tree: A Sephardic Journey,\” a nonfiction work largely about that curse, died in Santa Cruz on June 14. He was 69.
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Books
Finding Father in ‘Souvenir’
Naomi Pfefferman
June 12, 2003
While Louise Steinman was growing up Reform in Culver City, her father seemed unknowable. A taciturn, workaholic pharmacist, he never spoke of his combat experiences in the Pacific. But Asian food was banned from the house and his four children weren\’t allowed to cry in front of him. \”Reminds him of the war,\” his wife said.
New Shot Fired in Media Bias War
Cathy Young
June 12, 2003
The latest book to charge into the battle of the media, \”What Liberal Media?: The Truth About \’Bias\’ and the News,\” by Nation columnist Eric Alterman, attempts to give ammunition to the liberal side.
Helpful Hints for Dad
Jewish Journal Staff
June 12, 2003
\”Words That Shook the World: 100 Years of Unforgettable Speeches and Events,\” by Richard Greene, offers the annotated text of modern history\’s most memorable spoken words.
Literary Look at the ‘Jewish Experience’
Denise Berger
June 5, 2003
To what extent do we (and would we) internalize the essence of the Torah?
Words From the Old Ball Game
Rachel Brand
May 29, 2003
In his new book, pop songwriter Seth Swirsky pays tribute to the sport that has played such an important part in his life.
BJE Selects ‘Leaf’ for Reading Initiative
Journal Staff
May 1, 2003
Written by Milton Steinberg, the book is based on a historical character, a renegade rabbi who lived during the Roman conquest of Judea and was excommunicated.
‘Finding’ Asperger’s Changed His Life
Wendy J. Madnick
April 3, 2003
In \”Finding Ben: A Mother\’s Journey Through the Maze of Asperger\’s,\” (McGraw-Hill/Contemporary Books, 2003) author Barbara LaSalle writes about her family\’s struggle to help her young son overcome a baffling neurological disorder and have a \”regular\” existence. Misdiagnosed and maladjusted, Ben Levinson was labeled as everything from learning disabled to emotionally disturbed and was even committed to a psychiatric ward before LaSalle, a marriage and family counselor, was able to correctly diagnose him with Asperger\’s Syndrome (AS).
From Page to Plate
Rahel Musleah
April 3, 2003
Passover cooking becomes more fun each year with the publication of glossy new kosher cookbooks brimming with creative suggestions for elegant and enticing Passover dishes.
Whether you are planning your seder menu, looking for a memorable Passover gift, or you just want a break from cleaning, salivate over the scrumptious recipes in these cookbooks from master chefs and food writers.
Absence of ‘Justice’
Marilyn Henry
March 27, 2003
From his posts at the European Union and the Commerce, Treasury and State departments, Stuart Eizenstat was the administration\’s \”point man\” on Holocaust restitution, with a unique portfolio to pursue the assets that were looted from Nazi victims.
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