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Overview
A collection of essays on a variety of topics, some of Jewish interest. These include the author's memories of being raised by a Jewish father and Christian mother, in a house where both Hanukkah and Christmas were celebrated. Other essays deal with Harry Houdini, the writing of the Star Spangled Banner, and Edgar Allen Poe.Editorials
Publishers Weekly -
Nine story-essays by 1977 Prix de Rome winner Epstein recall his ecumenical childhood with a Christian mother and Jewish father; the title recalls his family's holiday attention to both the Star of David and the Star of Bethlehem. According to PW , ``There is lively variety in the collection, a treat for all who respond to thoughts of special occasions, beautifully expressed . '' (Nov.)Book Details
Published
December 1, 1986
Publisher
Woodstock, N.Y. : Overlook Press, 1986.
Pages
144
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780879512576