Meir Shalev
One of Israel's most celebrated novelists, Meir Shalev was born in 1948 on Nahalal, Israel's first moshav. His books have been translated into more than twenty-five languages and his honors include the National Jewish Book Award and Israel's Brenner Prize for A Pigeon and a Boy. He died in 2023.
One of Israel's most celebrated novelists, Meir Shalev was born in 1948 on Nahalal, Israel's first moshav. His books have been translated into more than twenty-five languages and his honors include the National Jewish Book Award and Israel's Brenner Prize for A Pigeon and a Boy. He died in 2023. See less
Meir Shalev's Featured Books
Meir Shalev book reviews
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Four Meals
Shalev once again holds the reader in the grips of his mastery in storytelling, Magical realism makes the story shimmer just a little brighter than the day today. Read More
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A Pigeon and a Boy
Some of the best storytelling ever. Pacing is masterful. Character development endearing. One of those books you don't want to finish. Read More
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A Pigeon and a Boy
Beautifully written and touching
This was my book club's latest selection. It was universally loved by all of us. The writing is so engaging and we were all left wondering whether that's because of the translator or the author ... Read More
