Books published by Brandeis University Press

An innovative analysis of how creative tensions between modern Orthodox Judaism and feminism can lead to unexpected perspectives and beliefs

Dramatic personal stories of the unexpected discovery of a Jewish heritage.

A probing study that demystifies the common portrayal of Leo Strauss as the inspiration for American neo-conservativism by tracing his philosophy to its German Jewish roots.

A lavishly illustrated and lively introduction to a unique American Jewish community.

A memoir by a prominent and highly respected historian and political commentator

An in-depth look at the lives of religious Jewish women in Jerusalem at a transitional moment in its history.

A fascinating look at the end of British rule in Palestine, through the eyes of its final high commissioner

Offers practical advice, based on the notion of a "family" of supporters, for managing healthy arts organizations

A unique look at how non-legal rabbinic writings imagine women and their lives.