Memories of a Giant: Eulogies in Memory of Rabbi Dr. Joseph B. Soloveitchik

Published in commemoration of the tenth yahrtzeit of the Rav zt¨l, this volume contains forty-two eulogies, about half of which appear here in print for the first time, including the hesped delivered at the Rav's funeral by his brother, Rabbi Ahron Soloveichik zt¨l. The book also features an important introduction highlighting the Rav's life and major accomplishments by Michael Bierman, the editor, and an essay by Dr. David Shatz reflecting on the Rav's legacy ten years after his passing.

This volume is the first publication of the Rabbi Soloveitchik Library under the auspices of the Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik Institute. It is intended to greatly enhance our understanding and appreciation of one of the greatest Torah giants of the twentieth century.

For any piskei Halakhah in this book, please make sure to consult your rabbi.

Mr. Michael A. Bierman received a B.A. in Psychology from Long Island University, an M.A. in Contemporary Jewish Studies from the Philip W. Lown School of Brandeis University, and an M.S.W. from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work, Yeshiva University. He currently serves as the Supervisor of the Rockland County Adult Home in Pomona, NY. Prior to his current assignment, Mr. Bierman worked in the field of Jewish Communal Affairs for over twenty-five years in Washington DC, Pittsburgh, PA, and Rockland County, NY. He is a founding board member and officer of Kahilat Ohavei Zion of Wesley Hills, NY and Adjunct Professor, Jewish Studies Department, Fairleigh Dickinson University.