Jewish Women in Comics: Bodies and Borders by Heike Bauer Holocaust History Marc Shaiman

Marc Shaiman

The author analyzes the many kinds of Yiddish "psycho-ostensives"—ranging from blessings and thanks to lamentations and curses

One of the most important stories of World War II

An illuminating look at the ways in which Yiddish culture was maintained in North America

Jewish Women in Comics: Bodies and Borders by Heike Bauer Holocaust History Marc ShaimanIn this groundbreaking collection of essays, interviews, and artwork, contributors draw upon a rich treasure trove of Jewish womens comics to explore the representation of Jewish womens bodies and bodily experience in pictorial narratives. Spanning national, cultural, and artistic borders, the essays shine a light on the significant contributions of Jewish women to comics. The volume features established figures including Emil Ferris, Amy Kurzweil,