The Heart Of The Esrog

Hardcover

English

48 Pages

8.5″X12″

“The heart of the etrog” caters to the entire family, from young to old. It is a book which will adorn any shelf it sits on and will provide great joy and pleasure to all who read it. The book tells fascinating tales of people of exalted in the mitzvah of the Four Species despite many hardships. It tells of a special citron which arrives at a poor town, of a etrog which saves a life in faraway Turkey, and of a etrog taken prisoner by British troops during the British mandate. The book is a unique suspense/adventure tale which tells stories from different countries across the world (Turkey, Poland, and Israel) and from different periods. “The heart of the etrog” combines educational values with in depth knowledge of the uniqueness of the etrog fruit. The book incorporates pictures and illustrations from different places in Israel, the world and etrog orchards. The book is aimed at kids ages 6 and up and is suited for the whole family. It is translated to English. Ori Schwartzman is a forth generation to a etrog growing family in Israel. In addition his other interests, hi market citrons in Israel and the United States. Hi is a lawyer and in the military hi served in the Special Forces. Menucha Fox is one of the most popular authors in the religious sector. She has written over three hundred books for children and adults. Some of her stories were made into award winning films. She hosted radio programs and also served as a counselor for parents.