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The Book of Lights
The Book of Lights
Author: Chaim Potok
Gershon Loran, a quiet rabinical student, is troubled by the dark reality around him. He sees hope in the study of Kabbalah, the Jewish book of mysticism and visions, truth and light. But to Gershon's friend, Arthur, light means something else, the Atom bomb his father helped create. Both men seek a different refuge in a foreign place, hopin...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780449245699
ISBN-10: 0449245691
Publication Date: 9/12/1982
Pages: 400
Rating:
  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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3.8 stars, based on 18 ratings
Publisher: Fawcett
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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The Chosen is still my favorite by Chaim Potak, but a wonderful story nonetheless.
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Thoughtful questions arise--good for a book club
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If you like his other books, this is excellent.


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