They are a blend of satire, comedy and fantasy set in the 10th century where Fursey encounters sorcery, demons, witches, Vikings and the wealthy Festus Wisenuts.

    Lisette loves her animals and they are all very happy--except Pitschi, the smallest kitten. Pitschi wants to be something different. It takes a terrifying night in a strange place and a warm homecoming for Pitschi to discover that what she really wants is to be a kitten after all. Full color.

    Peretz, the acknowledged "Father of Modern Yiddish Literature, " captured the essence of Eastern European Jewish Life. He wrote of the magical quality of kindness, and the bitter fruits of blind faith. Our collection features the classic tales If Not Higher, Bontsche Shvayg and Three Gifts and a brand new translation of All for a Pinch of Snuff. It also includes a wonderful essay on this great writer and his times by Harvard Professor Ruth Wisse, author of The Modern Jewish Canon.