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World Service,13 Nov 1998,28 mins

Life in the Shtetl

Everywoman

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A new book about women living in a Jewish village in Eastern Poland over 100 years ago has been a huge success. What inspired the author? Also on the programme: Dancing in the temple - how an ancient Indian art form is enjoying a revival. Plus, the girl from rural Botswana who's become the country's first High Court Judge.

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