Dorothy Isaacs Diary, 1947-8 Voice from Jerusalem

It’s now just over a year since my mother, Dorothy, passed away.
My brother Aubrey, has invested many many months to edit and publish diaries that Dorothy kept during her stay in Israel between 1947 and 1948. The diaries document Dorothy’s experiences during that fascinating year in history which saw the Partition decision, the Independence war, the siege of Jerusalem, Independence day, and the post-war period during which Dorothy toured the lengths and breadth of the fledgling state. Aubrey supplemented her diary entries with footnotes that provide the historical backdrop to the events she describes. The diary includes also fascinating newspaper clippings, documents, poems Mum wrote, letters sent home and more.

I knew my Mum for 47 years, but the Dorothy who emerges from the pages of this diary was a surprise for me. I am sure that all of you who knew and loved her will be fascinated to meet (or remember) the Dorothy of the 1940’s, and her dreams, bravery and aspirations.

If you wish to receive a copy of the diary, please send us your address.