{"product_id":"window-to-yesterday-the-torchbearer-paperback","title":"Window To Yesterday: The Torchbearer - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJeff Lefkowitz\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE TORCHBEARER\u003c\/b\u003e follows \u003cb\u003eTHE SWORDSMAN\u003c\/b\u003e as the second book of the \u003cb\u003eWINDOW TO YESTERDAY\u003c\/b\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is the eve of the First Crusade. Young David lives in the land once called Israel, now ruled by Muslims. From his shackled destiny, David rebels and seeks adventure and freedom. But at what cost? Brilliant Rebecca and Rabbi Elazar have found a haven in the idyllic German lands, where Judaism blossoms. Then comes the fateful November cry for revenge... With love and laughter, courage and betrayal, together - and apart - they step into\u003cb\u003eTHE TORCHBEARER\u003c\/b\u003e follows \u003cb\u003eTHE SWORDSMAN\u003c\/b\u003e as the second book of the \u003cb\u003eWINDOW TO YESTERDAY\u003c\/b\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is the eve of the First Crusade. Young David lives in the land once called Israel, now ruled by Muslims. From his shackled destiny, David rebels and seeks adventure and freedom. But at what cost? Brilliant Rebecca and Rabbi Elazar have found a haven in the idyllic German lands, where Judaism blossoms. Then comes the fateful November cry for revenge... With love and laughter, courage and betrayal, together - and apart - they step into war.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFast-paced but profound, as much comic as tragic, \u003ci\u003eThe Torchbearer\u003c\/i\u003e captures Jewish history's harrowing glory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The Torchbearer is a beautiful entr e into the fascinating and often astonishing world of Jewish life during the Middle Ages. Jews traveled more than most other communities, spoke many languages, and served invaluable roles in both the Christian and Muslim worlds. This book brings this universe to life in all its complexity through an engaging narrative with adventure, surprise and intrigue.\" - \u003cb\u003eDr. Reuven Firestone, Regenstein Professor in Medieval Judaism and Islam at Hebrew Union College and Affiliate Professor of Religion at the University of Southern California\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Ever wonder what life was like for a Jewish kid during the First Crusade? Well, now you can find out  Weaving in a tremendous amount of research, Jeff Lefkowitz has created a living world that spans both the Muslim and Ashkenazi lands ... What a fabulous addition to the Jewish educational landscape.\" - \u003cb\u003eDr. Rachel Lerner, Dean, Graduate Center for Jewish Education, American Jewish University\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Once again, Jeff Lefkowitz lights the way for teens toward a deeper understanding of Jewish life and history. The Torchbearer, his latest addition to the Window to Yesterday series, is a well-researched, relevant, and marvelous journey. Truly fun to read.\" - \u003cb\u003eDr. Bruce Powell, Head Emeritus, de Toledo High School and co-author of Raising A+ Human Beings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"I definitely recommend this book  Teenagers and adults alike will enjoy David's journey. The story unfolds through the eyes of young characters; teenagers will cheer for them and truly connect with them.\" - \u003cb\u003eCarolyn Kessler, senior at The Emery\/Weiner School, Houston, Texas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 176\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.38 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 01, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47412038828210,"sku":"9781946124852","price":21.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/7742d084d32667d1e3c250a74d2d6e1a.webp?v=1778313331","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/window-to-yesterday-the-torchbearer-paperback","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}