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Stephen J. Whitfield

Stephen J. Whitfield is professor of American studies (emeritus) at Brandeis University and the author of In Search of American Jewish Culture. His upcoming book, Learning on the Left: Political Profiles of Brandeis University, is scheduled for publication in May.

Nothing but Blue Skies

Winter 2020

Nothing but Blue Skies

By: Stephen J. Whitfield

Irving Berlin was generating Tin Pan Alley hits before Ronald Reagan was born and was still writing lyrics when the elderly Reagan occupied the White House.

Summer 2014

Tradition! Tradition!

By: Stephen J. Whitfield

Wonder of wonders! One of the most beloved musicals ever created far outstripped its own creators' expectations for its success.

Spring 2011

Our Exodus

By: Stephen J. Whitfield

How did a high-school dropout named Leon Uris pen one of the most influential novels of all time?

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