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David Grossman

1986

Grandfather Anshel wasn’t at all surprised when Momik shared his secret and asked him to help. Momik of course knew Grandfather didn’t understand any of this, but he wanted to be completely fair so he frankly explained the pitfalls and dangers, while also pointing out that his parents had to be rescued from their fears once and for all, and when he…

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David Grossman

b. 1954

A novelist, playwright, essayist, and peace activist, David Grossman was born in Jerusalem. His first novel, ḥiyuch hagedi (The Smile of the Lamb) was published in 1983. Many of his works have been translated, dramatized, and filmed. Grossman has received awards for his works on social and political themes; these include the Zeev Award, the Sapir Prize, the Prime Minister’s Prize for Literature, and the Emet Prize for Arts, Science and Culture, honoring his lifetime achievements.

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