Book description
A riotous romp through five millennia of Jewish life
Rob Kutner's The Jews: 5,000 Years and Counting is the kind of book that makes you laugh so hard you forget you're learning history. From the first scribbles on a cave wall to the latest episode of Seinfeld, Kutner stitches together myth, miracle, and mishap with a humorist's flair that feels both irreverent and affectionate.
What sets this volume apart is its fearless playfulness. Imagine Moses' secret diary, or a group therapy session among the Patriarchs and Matriarchs-each chapter turns a familiar story into a comedy sketch while still delivering solid context. The book is peppered with "Jew-facts," "Jew-figures," and even a collection of Rabbi Action Cards that feel like a playful side-quest for readers who enjoy interactive learning.
Kutner's style is conversational, almost like a stand-up routine delivered in book form. He never shies away from controversial moments-think the awkward 1492 text chain or the dramatic "I'm dumping you" message from Spain-yet he frames them with a wink that keeps the tone light. Even if you're not deeply versed in Jewish lore, you'll find yourself nodding along to the jokes and then wanting to dig deeper.
The book's structure makes it an ideal companion for anyone curious about how the Jewish people have navigated centuries of diaspora, persecution, and cultural renaissance. It reads like a guidebook for modern Jews (and non-Jews) alike, offering both trivia and insight in equal measure. And if you're looking for a gift that will spark conversation-perhaps even a few good-natured kvetches-this is it.
In short, Kutner turns history into an accessible comedy special. You come away laughing, but you also leave with a fresh appreciation for the resilience and richness of Jewish heritage. A must-read for anyone who wants to know how the Jews got here-and where they're going next.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience