Miriam’s award-winning book on the story of Yiddish has been issued in a 25th anniversary edition with a new title:

Yiddish: The Biography of a Language

The history, tragedies, and bitter controversies that characterized a language once spoken by 11 million people brought vividly to life.

For a people of exile, the language took the place of a nation. . .

In a time of rising antisemitism, some see greater awareness of Yiddish language and history as a way to foster understanding.

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Miriam's books on family meals as well as Yiddish are standards in their fields.

Her grandparenting blog is about keeping your heart open and your back from going out. She showcases ordinary grandmothers who do extraordinary things.

She has also begun to write fiction. Her short story, Primary, was published in The Lit Nerds.