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The Red Tent by Anita Diamant

The Red Tent

by Anita Diamant
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  • First Published:
  • Sep 1, 1997, 321 pages
  • Paperback:
  • Sep 1998, 321 pages
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Monica L. McHam

Astounding. Even stripped of the religious and sociological baggage - this is a great book! One of the best I have read in years! Without "taking anything away" from the Old Testament account of Jacob's tribe, the story adds the rich, satisfying experience of the women of the time. In this story lives the strong, nurturing vibrant community of women, which many of us count as sorely missing in modern society. Although a novel (and clearly identified as such) the tale is founded in the same historical events as those accepted as true by many people. Truly a wonderful book.
Erika

It was a really good book that reaches out to family traditions.
Jenessa Grant

An important book. More than a mere fictional interpretation of the Bible, it shows how vital female relationships are, especially mother/daughter relationships. A good coming-of-age story as well. Reccomended as a Mother's Day gift!
Glynda Gros

This is a book that stays with one for a very long time. It is like no other I have every read. I formed an intimate relationship with the women in the book from the very beginning. It is on my list to re-read.
harsh


impressive
Chris

This is one book that will be passed on and on - as it has been in my circle of friends. It is a very special book for women - It has such insight and feeling. The Red Tent will be among my favorites and will definitely be read again and again. I thank the author for such a beautiful piece of art.
Shannon River

My favorite of all the many books I've read in the past five years.
Tiffany

This book gives us a view into the lives of otherwise historically neglected women.

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