Author Jack Fairweather tells the remarkable true story of Fritz Bauer, a gay German-Jewish lawyer and Holocaust survivor, who made it his mission to confront his country – and the world – with their complicity in genocide.
From campfire tales to true crime headlines, horror holds a powerful grip on American literature, cinema, and, by extension, Western culture. Hear why, from acclaimed author Jeremy Dauber making a rare UK appearance.
Food has the power to bring us together, to nourish not just our bodies but our communities. In conversation with Jonathan Freedland, three culinary pioneers share their insights on how food builds connections and drives positive change.
Join a distinguished panel of publishing experts for a dynamic one-hour session exploring the journey from manuscript to bookshelf.
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Join Joshua Leifer and Adam Taub for a thought-provoking discussion on ‘Tablets Shattered: The End of an American Jewish Century and the Future of Jewish Life’.
Art that explores the raw, unfiltered realities of motherhood—beyond the idealised Madonna and Child archetype—has been rare, long considered taboo. But now, it’s the focus of urgent discussion.
Sir Gregory Doran reflects on his extraordinary journey through the works of the Bard, having directed or produced all 36 plays in Shakespeare’s First Folio.
Insights into the remarkable archive of Rabbi Sacks, preserved at The National Library of Israel.
With its razor-sharp wit and boundary-pushing humour, Curb Your Enthusiasm has become a cultural phenomenon. But how does Larry David's masterpiece reflect Jewish identity, challenge stereotypes, and resonate—or not—with audiences worldwide?
What is it like to be an American Jew living in modern Germany? Philosopher and writer Susan Neiman brings four decades of experience to this compelling discussion with UCL Professor of German History Mary Fulbrook.
Rabbanit Nechama Goldman Barash joins ‘Under My Hat’ author Sally Berkovic to discuss her clear and nuanced perspective on the issues that have shaped women’s roles, religious identity and ritual obligations across millennia.
Join Oxford historian Professor Abigail Green and Waddesdon Manor’s Senior Curator Juliet Carey for an insightful exploration into the fascinating and diverse world of the Jewish country house across Europe.
The Spectator Literary Editor Sam Leith, in conversation with Toby Lichtig, celebrates the enduring magic of books with examples from the children’s literary canon.
For decades, Yossi Klein Halevi and Jonathan Freedland, both prominent journalists and authors, have explored Israel’s complex story with nuance and insight.
Singer Mark Glanville returns to Kings Place with a homage to his late partner Marjorie Morrison - and to music, the art form that enabled him to cope with her passing.
Historian Ilan Troen and NLI Head of Collections Raquel Ukeles discuss the challenges and ethical considerations of building The National Library of Israel's Bearing Witness Archive.
The first day of online events at Jewish Book Week 2025 includes a range of four fascinating separate events: a discussion on centrist political strategy with Yair Zivan, an exploration of endangered language with Ross Perlin, a holistic Jewish perspective on military ethics from Rabbi Dr Shlomo Brody, and an investigation 'On Settler Colonialism' from Adam Kirsch.
Celebrate the power of music with OneTrackMinds, a cross between Desert Island Discs, TED Talks and The Moth that sees storytellers share one song that changed them forever.
Tuesday's selection of online events as part of Jewish Book Week 2025 include: stories behind the priceless artefacts of the National Library of Israel with Raquel Ukeles, a freshly humanising perspective on the life of Anne Frank from Ruth Franklin, a celebration of the subversive, influential humour of MAD magazine with David Mirics and Liel Leibovitz, and an examination of a recent crisis of institutional ideals observed by Cary Nelson on worldwide University campuses.
The third day of online events at Jewish Book Week 2025 features Denis Hirson recreates 1960s Johannesburg in his breathtaking memoir, while Historian Jehuda Reinharz discusses his co-authored new biography of Israel’s first president, Chaim Weizmann.
Stanford Historian Ian Morris explores the mutual influences between geography and civilisations, and the way they have shaped our interconnected world.