Jewish Book Week, as a means for giving new vitality to the belief in the maxim that “the pen is mightier than the sword,” will be observed by Jewish communities throughout the United States during the week of November 23 – 30, it was announced here today by Dr. Mordecal Soltes, Chairman of the National Committee for Jewish Book Week. The occasion, the 14th annual event of its kind, will be observed with the cooperation of institutions of higher Jewish learning, national organizations, Jewish Community Centers and local Jewish education agencies, as part of the national defense program in the domain of public morale and for the furtherance of cultural and spiritual values.
Help ensure Jewish news remains accessible to all. Your donation to the Jewish Telegraphic Agency powers the trusted journalism that has connected Jewish communities worldwide for more than 100 years. With your help, JTA can continue to deliver vital news and insights. Donate today.
The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency includes articles published from 1923 to 2008. Archive stories reflect the journalistic standards and practices of the time they were published.
