T. Carmi Bücher

This is a collection of modern Hebrew poetry. Each poem is presented in the original Hebrew together with an English phonetic description and a prose commentary.

The anthology showcases the evolution of Hebrew poetry from ancient times to contemporary works, highlighting key themes such as devotion, love, and longing for the homeland. It features early liturgical poetry, medieval secular pieces, and modern writings that intertwine Biblical references with the experiences of the Holocaust. This collection illustrates the rich cultural tapestry of Hebrew literature over 3,000 years, capturing the spiritual and emotional essence of a diverse heritage shaped by historical events and movements.

Gabriel Preil’s poetry has been recognized in Israel, in the United States, and worldwide in many anthologies and through a host of literary awards and honors. Included in this volume are eighty poems printed in English and Hebrew on facing pages. The poems are translated by the noted poet and critic Robert Friend.

<b>A unique collection of Hebrew poetry through the ages</b> Extending from the Song of Deborah—written 3,000 years ago—to poems written in Israel by authors born in the 1930's, this unparalleled selection of poetry is the first of its kind produced in either English or Hebrew. Includes a note on the text, bibliography, and glossary Features the original Hebrew version of each poem next to its English translation