Mottke The Vagabond: Mottke Ganef (1917) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781167007392)

Mottke The Vagabond: Mottke Ganef is a novel written by Ash, Sholem and first published in 1917. The book is set in early 20th century Poland and tells the story of Mottke, a young Jewish boy who grows up in poverty and becomes a thief to survive. Mottke's life takes a turn when he is caught stealing and sent to prison, where he meets other young men who have also turned to a life of crime. Together, they form a gang and plan their next heist. However, Mottke begins to question his actions and the morality of his lifestyle. The novel explores themes of poverty, crime, and redemption, and provides a glimpse into the lives of Jewish people living in Eastern Europe during this time period. Ash's writing is known for its vivid descriptions and realistic portrayal of the struggles faced by those living in poverty. Mottke The Vagabond: Mottke Ganef is a classic work of Jewish literature and a must-read for those interested in the history and culture of Eastern Europe.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Sholem Ash
ISBN-10: 1167007395
ISBN-13: 9781167007392
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 366
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.76d