Harold S. Kushner
Born in 1935
Harold S. Kushner is a prominent rabbi and author known for his insightful works on life's challenges.
Born in Brooklyn, he served as rabbi laureate at Temple Israel in Natick, Massachusetts.
Kushner's writing career was sparked by personal tragedy - the loss of his young son to progeria.
This experience informed his best-known work, "When Bad Things Happen to Good People," which explores the nature of suffering and faith.
Kushner has authored over a dozen books addressing various aspects of coping with life's difficulties, including fear and disappointment.
His works are characterized by their accessible approach to complex spiritual and philosophical questions, resonating with readers across different faiths and backgrounds.
Books by Harold S. Kushner

Overcoming Life's Disappointments
by Harold S. Kushner
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2006
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192 pages
4.06
582 ratings
Self Help
Judaism
Religion

Practice Random Acts of Kindness
by Harold S. Kushner
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2007
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161 pages

The Book of Job
by Harold S. Kushner
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2012
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202 pages
4.03
726 ratings
Religion
Philosophy
Jewish

When Bad Things Happen to Good People
by Harold S. Kushner
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1981
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176 pages
4.02
19.6K ratings
Self Help
Religion
Philosophy