Mimekor Yisrael Abridged and Annotated Edition

<p>[Bin Gorion's] crowning achievement was Mimekor Yisrael a multilayered compendium of post-biblical Jewish lore and demonology. --Commentary<br /><br />One of the most extraordinary publishing events in my memory--a huge source of discoveries of the quintessential Jewish experience. --Nat Hentoff<br /><br />This is a most important collection actually unique in its field. I recommend it to all good readers. --Isaac Bashevis Singer<br /><br />It is wonderful to have this treasure trove of Jewish Folktales finally available in English. --Bruno Bettelheim<br /><br />Indispensable to anyone wishing to learn and explore the beauty of ancient Jewish legends. --Elie Wiesel<br /><br />For this new edition Dan Ben-Amos has added commentary historical identification of personalities and events extensive headnotes and a survey of relevant editions and sources. A truly monumental work.</p>