“Hertzberg has put down his recollections in pointed, witty, and compelling prose. An iconoclast and traditionalist in one-- indispensable.” - Stephen J. Dubner, author of Turbulent Souls: A Catholic Son’s Return to His Jewish Family.
Both a learned commentary on events of the last half century, and a very personal tale, filled with spicy anecdotes... - Rabbi Eric H. Yoffie, President, Union of American Hebrew Congregations
“[Hertzberg] bears a moral light that never dims.” - Anne Roiphe
“The author of four other books, he is considered in some circles the moral conscience of American Jews.” - Booklist
“And the book is an inspiration-- for in the realm of right and wrong Hertzberg simply never compromises.” - Jewish Journal
“If you care in any way about Jews or Judaism, Arthur Hertzberg’s new book is a treasure.” - Stephen J. Dubner, author of Turbulent Souls: A Catholic Son’s Return to His Jewish Family
“This is a strong book about a man who followed his conscience.” - Jewish Bulletin
“...a must read for anyone interested not only in the man, but also in the story of his times.” - Washington Jewish Week
“[A]n extremely subtle, sensitive portrait.” - New York Times Book Review
“Arthur Hertzberg is the leading public intellectual of Judaism of our times, and here he has written his masterpiece.” - Jacob Neusner, The Jerusalem Post
“A lively and fascinating journey... not only well examined but also brilliantly told. Highly recommended.” - Library Journal
“[R]iveting, important, and very readable.” - Forward
“A gripping read -- full of irony, humour and experience. A page-turner.” - Amnon Rubenstein, member of the Israeli Knesset and author of From Herzl to Rabin
“The very moving and inspiring journey of a man of conscience, courage and commitment to his spiritual identity.” - Henry A. Kissinger
“This quintessential American story touches us because people of whatever faith or ethnicity share the values it conveys.” - Bill Bradley, former U.S. Senator and presidential candidate
“A jewel of a book from a master story teller.” - Martin Palmer, religious advisor to HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh and author of The Jesus Sutras
“This is the story of the fulfillment of the American Jewish dream. A must read!” - Edgar Bronfman, President, World Jewish Congress
