Explores the dramatic true story of a group of gay and lesbian Jews confronting questions of sexual identity within a traditional religious framework in the creation of the largest gay congregation.
An Israeli Anthropologist's Testimony on the Rise and Fall of a Protest Movement on Campus
The narrative highlights the activism of AD KAN, a protest movement formed by Israeli academics at Tel Aviv University during the first Palestinian Intifada, opposing the occupation of Palestinian territories. It examines the decline of public dissent on Israeli campuses following significant political events, such as Prime Minister Rabin's assassination and the collapse of the Oslo accord. The book also engages with theoretical discussions on the intellectual's role in society and draws parallels with academic activism in other countries during times of political turmoil.
Drawing from extensive fieldwork in Israel and the United States, the author shares a blend of personal and professional insights into the practice of anthropology. The narrative explores diverse research environments and the challenges faced in both personal conduct and ethnographic norms. These experiences not only broaden the understanding of anthropological methods but also push the boundaries of traditional research paradigms, offering a fresh perspective on the complexities of the discipline.