The Hole in the Sheet: A Modern Woman Looks at Orthodox and Hasidic Judaism

As women have been so repressed for centuries, it is essential that they now begin to recognize the origins of these tactics. It is time for all women--and men as well, for they are victims of the same malicious action--to take a look at a most remarkable book that displays the insidiousness of these patriarchal teachings which has its roots in the Judeo-Christian "ethics" of old. My hearty congratulations to Ms. Kaye, the author, who has displayed a remarkable insight in establishing a truth--even though there are those who may still choose to disbelieve it, and remain in denial as to its effects.

A first person experience narrative of a woman born into an orthodox household who decided to leave and pursue a career, marry, and raise her children with a liberal, secular education. This is a balaced, thoughtful work. Ms. Kaye goes to great lengths to make clear that her feeling is that women and young girls should have opportunities equal to those of men in this world. This is a fine book for teen-age high school girls to learn about this topic.