The Slaughterman's Daughter
An After Midnight Prayer (Hebrew title: Tikkun Ahar Hatzot)
Book • 2015
Set in the Pale of Settlement, 'The Slaughterman's Daughter' is a fabulist tale that explores themes of identity, freedom, and societal expectations through the journey of Fanny Keismann, a trained ritual slaughterer.
The novel delves into Jewish culture and history, weaving a narrative filled with humor, satire, and vivid characters.
The novel delves into Jewish culture and history, weaving a narrative filled with humor, satire, and vivid characters.
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