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in 1943. In 1952 he received the National Jewish Welfare Board
Frank L. Weil Award for his contribution to Jewish literature.
A scholarly devotee of Yiddish, his latest book was “ In Praise of
Yiddish,” published in 1971. Among his other works are “Prince
of the Ghetto,” “ Blood Accusation,” “Light on Israel,” “What
Happened in Palestine,” “You Gentiles,” and “Jews on Approval.”
All his writings are characterized by a limpid, concise English style
he mastered early in his career. He also distinguished himself
through his translation into English of some of the classical He
brew and Yiddish writers. In 1964, Brandeis University conferred
upon him the honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters.
His passing is a grievous loss to American Jewry; but his versa
tile contributions as a brilliant writer among the People of the
Book will ever remain an enduring monument to him.
T o his widow, children and grandchildren, the Jewish Book
Council extends sincere condolences. We pray they will find con
solation in the knowledge that they are not alone in their bereave
ment. Perhaps their burden may become easier to bear, when they
know there are others who care.