Book of Daniel
Daniel Bentwich
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Book of Daniel by Daniel Bentwich is a rich literary anthology spanning forty years, blending fiction, autobiography, personal reflection, and literary essay. Divided into six thematic sections—Masters’ Stories, Ministers’ Stories, Community Stories, Proverbs, Thoughts, and Notes—it opens with a “Reception” section that offers an accessible entry point for readers. The book explores writing as an alchemy of the soul, personal and collective memory, community, identity, and the role of books in human culture. Ideal for readers of serious Hebrew literature, it combines intimate personal depth with universal reflections on literature, society, and the creative mind.
He truly loved books and knew it would always be so. Several times he thought he could detach himself from them, but saw that it was impossible. His colleagues found it strange that he loved cinema almost equally, yet for him it was a different kind of useful imagination. He also knew and took encouragement from the fact that, despite attacks from various media, the book would endure, at least during his own tenure.
— Daniel Bentwich, From the Book of Daniel
About the Book
The book is organized into six main thematic sections: Masters’ Stories, Ministers’ Stories, Community Stories, Proverbs, Thoughts, and Notes. Preceding these is a “Reception” section, which draws from all six sections and serves as an accessible introduction for readers. This section provides a preview and prepares readers for the more complex texts in the main body of the book, which together form a psychological and intellectual autobiography of the author.
About the Author
Daniel Bentwich is an Israeli author and actor. In addition to his literary work, he appeared in the 1995 feature film The Blue Star.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Book of Daniel?
It is a literary anthology of stories, memoirs, notes, and reflections written over forty years. The book blends fiction and autobiographical writing, offering a portrait of the author’s inner life alongside broader reflections on books and the art of writing.
Is it a storybook or an autobiography?
It combines both: some texts are fictional, while others draw on personal experiences and memories. Together, they form a literary autobiography that is psychological and conceptual rather than strictly chronological.
How is the book structured?
The book is organized into six thematic sections: Masters’ Stories, Ministers’ Stories, Community Stories, Proverbs, Thoughts, and Notes. It opens with a “Reception” section, which serves as a graduated entry point into the book’s world.
What makes the writing and themes unique?
The book treats writing as an “alchemy of the soul”—raw material transformed into meaningful literature. It explores personal and collective memory, community, identity, and the role of books in human culture.
Who is the book intended for?
The book is aimed at readers of serious Hebrew literature, personal prose, and literary essays, as well as anyone interested in works that combine intimate personal depth with universal reflection.
Key Topics
Writing as a mental and spiritual alchem
The role of books in human culture
Personal and collective memory
Identity, community, and society
Fiction vs. Autobiography
Thought, essay, and personal prose
Psychological and intellectual development
The role of literature in the modern world
