Transhistorical Encounters in the Land of Israel: On Symbolic Bridges, National Memory, and the Literary Imagination

TitleTranshistorical Encounters in the Land of Israel: On Symbolic Bridges, National Memory, and the Literary Imagination
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2005
AuthorsYael Zerubavel
JournalJewish Social Studies
Volume11
Issue3
Pagination115-140
ISSN00216704
Call Number18087099
Abstract

This article focuses on children's tales that were published in Hebrew textbooks and holiday anthologies for young children in Israel. These tales represent a new literary trend that began in Zionist circles in Europe. The analysis is based on 10 legendary texts written by known Hebrew writers and teachers. The writers' participation in the mnemonic socialization of the youth stemmed from a strong sense of mission to pass on to them the unique precepts of the Zionist construction of the Jewish past.

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Short TitleTranshistorical Encounters in the Land of Israel