An Interview with Roger Cohen
Judith Rosebaum interviews Roger Cohen, 2015.
New York Times columnist Roger Cohen sat down with JWA's Executive Director Judith Rosenbaum to discuss his latest book, The Girl from Human Street, a memoir of his mother. In their conversation, Cohen shares an intimate portrait of his mother, her debilitating depression, and what her story teaches us about Jewish history.
Watch the interview, read JWA's review of The Girl from Human Street, and learn more about the fascinating, complicated woman who inspired the book.
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