The Perfect Reading List for Jewish Heritage Month
Looking for the perfect read? Why not celebrate Jewish American Heritage month by checking out one of these suggestions from The Jewish Library of Baltimore.
Adult Suggestions
In honor of Jewish American Heritage Month, this collection of adult titles explores the breadth of Jewish American history and cultural influence. Through biographies, historical studies and cultural narratives, these books illuminate the people, places and moments that have shaped Jewish life in America, from the Civil War and immigration to entertainment, fashion, sports and beyond.
Only in America: Al Jolson and The Jazz Singer by Richard Bernstein
Exploring American Jewish History through 50 Historic Treasures by Avi Y. Decter
Opening Doors: The Unlikely Alliance between the Irish and the Jews in America by Hasia r. Diner
The Jews of Summer: Summer Camp and Jewish Culture in Postwar America by Sandra Fox
Marty Glickman: The Life of an American Jewish Sports Legend by Jeffrey S. Gurock
Fear No Pharaoh: American Jews, the Civil War, and the Fight to End Slavery by Richard Kreitner
Empresses of Seventh Avenue: World War II, New York City, and the Birth of American Fashion by Nancy MacDonell
First Lady of Laughs: The Forgotten Story of Jean Carroll, America’s First Jewish Woman Stand-up Comedian by Grace K. Overbeke
Synagogues of Eastern Pennsylvania: A Visual Journey by Julian H. Preisler
The Borscht Belt: Revisiting the Remains of America’s Jewish Vacationland by Marisa Scheinfeld, et al.
The Money Kings: The Epic Story of the Jewish Immigrants Who Transformed Wall Street and Shaped Modern America by Daniel Schulma
Children’s Books
In honor of Jewish American Heritage Month, this curated collection of children’s books celebrates the rich history, culture, and contributions of Jewish Americans. Through engaging stories, vibrant illustrations and inspiring real-life narratives, these books introduce young readers to diverse voices, traditions and experiences that have shaped Jewish life in America.
The Rabbi and the Reverend: Joachim Prinz, Martin Luther King Jr., and Their Fight against Silence by Audrey Ades and Chiara Fedele
Drucker, Malka, & Elizabeth I. Rosen. Portraits of Jewish -American Heroes by Malka Druker and Elizabeth I. Rosen
Finkelstein, Norman H., & Vesper Stamper. Amazing Abe: How Abraham Cahan’s Newspaper Gave a Voice to Jewish Immigrants by Norman H. Finkelstein and Vesper Stamper
Rolling Warrior: The Incredible, Sometimes Awkward, True Story of a Rebel Girl on Wheels Who Helped Spark a Revolution by Judith E. Heumann and Kristen Joiner
Fanny’s Big Idea: How Jewish Book Week Was Born by Richard Michelson and Alyssa Russell
The Keeper of Stories by Caroline K. Pritchard and Selina Alko
Haym Salomon: American Patriot by Susan G. Rubin and David Slonim
Madame Alexander: The Creator of the Iconic American Doll by Susan G. Rubin
Sally Opened Doors by Sandy E. Sasso and Margeaux Lucas
Judy Led the Way by Sandy E. Sasson and Margeaux Lucas
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