Songs of Ascent (Paperback)

Jerry Hochbaum

ISBN 10: 1542856086 / ISBN 13: 9781542856089

Published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform, 2018

Paperback. Dr. Jerry Hochbaum's poetry draws inspiration from a variety of experiences in his remarkable career, from his days as a professor of sociology and consultant to communities on six continents until his retirement in Israel. He infuses this poetry collection with thoughtful questions and inspired musings on a wide variety of subjects, focusing mainly on three major themes. The first is the world of nature and its impact on man. The second theme, spiritual intelligence, provides insights and stimulates motivation for man to serve as an agency of communal and social change. His poem, "A New Song," in the concluding section of the book, explicates and inspires this option. The final theme, the Jewish heritage, draws on examples and insights from the rich repertoire of Jewish civilization to achieve man's spiritual ascent. Most of all, Dr. Hochbaum's poetry showcases his optimism which enabled him to deal with the successes and setbacks of his personal and professional lives. Whatever stage in life the reader finds himself, his words will speak to your heart. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781542856089

Synopsis:

Dr. Jerry Hochbaum's poetry draws inspiration from a variety of experiences in his remarkable career, from his days as a professor of sociology and consultant to communities on six continents until his retirement in Israel. He infuses this poetry collection with thoughtful questions and inspired musings on a wide variety of subjects, focusing mainly on three major themes. The first is the world of nature and its impact on man. The second theme, spiritual intelligence, provides insights and stimulates motivation for man to serve as an agency of communal and social change. His poem, "A New Song," in the concluding section of the book, explicates and inspires this option. The final theme, the Jewish heritage, draws on examples and insights from the rich repertoire of Jewish civilization to achieve man's spiritual ascent. Most of all, Dr. Hochbaum's poetry showcases his optimism which enabled him to deal with the successes and setbacks of his personal and professional lives. Whatever stage in life the reader finds himself, his words will speak to your heart.

About the Author:

Jerry Hochbaum lives with his wife in Jerusalem. He was ordained at Yeshiva University, earned his master’s degrees in sociology and community organization from Columbia University, and obtained his doctorate in sociology from New York University. Hochbaum spent four decades teaching sociology and serving as the vice president of the Memorial Foundation for Jewish Culture.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Songs of Ascent (Paperback)
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Publication Date: 2018
Binding: Paperback
Condition: new