Yiddish: An Introduction to the Language, Literature and Culture
by Sheva Zucker ยท Sheva Zucker
Standard beginner textbook covering the Yiddish alphabet in print and cursive, grammar, word order, and vocabulary, with readings drawn from Yiddish literature. Includes exercises; an answer key and audio recordings are sold separately for self-study.
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