Books like The Rabbi by Noah Gordon
Michael Kind, a descendant of Jewish immigrants raised in a marginal New York neighborhood, is pulled between two influential legacies. His grandfather imparts a strong sense of belonging to the Jewish community, while his formal educator provides traditional religious instruction. In contrast, his father encourages liberation, curiosity, and challenges to established norms. These dual influences shape Michael’s adulthood, leading him to become a tolerant, open‑minded rabbi. He confronts religious and social obstacles to pursue a relationship—and marriage—with a woman outside the Jewish community, challenging conventional expectations and exploring themes of faith, identity, and interfaith marriage.
First publish date: June 1965
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Noah Gordon
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