Chaim Potok’s novel, My Name Is Asher Lev, is one of Tim’s favorite books, and its also one that has been nominated by listeners for a long time. So we’re thrilled to be digging into it. Here in episode one of this series, David, Heidi, and Tim discuss the way Potok skillfully reveals his protagonist’s unique gift; the questions the book asks about identity and family; and, naturally, a bit about the Jewish-American experience during the twentieth century. Happy listening!
Tim, great to hear you again! I have a feeling this book is going to prompt some really good “story time with Tim” moments 😍. I read it in college and have almost no recollection of it. As I finished chapter 2 this morning I was trying to figure out why this remarkable book left no mark on my memory whatsoever. Then I remembered. I read it the semester I was planning my wedding. Guess I was a little distracted;). So glad for the opportunity to read it again now!
Tim, great to hear you again! I have a feeling this book is going to prompt some really good “story time with Tim” moments 😍. I read it in college and have almost no recollection of it. As I finished chapter 2 this morning I was trying to figure out why this remarkable book left no mark on my memory whatsoever. Then I remembered. I read it the semester I was planning my wedding. Guess I was a little distracted;). So glad for the opportunity to read it again now!