Signing, Discussion Set for Book Based on Englewood Rabbi's Childhood

Author and literary agent Anna Olswanger will discuss and sign copies of her latest book "Greenhorn," Monday night at the Fair Lawn Public Library.

"Greenhorn," based on the childhood experiences of local Rabbi Rafael Grossman, tells the story of a young Holocaust survivor who comes to Brooklyn in the 1940s with only a small, mysterious box. The boy's close attachment to the box, which he won't let out of his sight, arouses the curiosity of his yeshiva school classmates.

Grossman, an Englewood resident, will also attend Monday's book signing and discussion.

Olswanger has known Grossman, himself an author, for many years. She was a member of his congregation and one of his students when he was the rabbi of Baron Hirsch Synagogue in Memphis, Tenn.

Pre-registration for Monday's event, which will run from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m, is not required.

Limited copies of "Greenhorn," will be made available for purchase at Monday's book signing. The book is also available online through Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

"Greenhorn," can also be borrowed through the Fair Lawn Public Library. Call the library's children's department at (201) 796-3400 x6, or visit bccls.org to reserve a copy.

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