`lucid and insightful overview . . . a wonderful guide to the change occurring in both directions and, ultimately, to the battle for the soul of Orthodox Judaism' Steven Bayme, national director, contemporary Jewish life, AJC 'Professor Chaim Waxman, a prominent and highly respected sociologist of contemporary Orthodoxy, has made a superb assessment of the history, development, and current ... Read moreand future situation of Orthodoxy in his relatively short but comprehensive 178-page book, Social Change and Halakhic Evolution in American Orthodoxy.' Rabbi Dr. Israel Drazin, Ideals 'Along with his careful sociological analysis, [Waxman] brings an impeccable knowledge of Jewish history, law, and practice. His writing displays no perceivable bias for or against any denomination or sub-denomination of Judaism. He writes sociology without jargon, and, when necessary, explains fine points of Jewish law so that any reader can understand them.' Martin Lockshin, The Canadian Jewish News 'The book was a pleasure to read, as well as insightful and interesting. [...] The book is very well written - wonder of wonders, a sociology book without jargon!' Professor Menachem Kellner, Chair, Dept of Philosophy and Jewish Thought, Shalem College, Jerusalem Reviews 'Wonderful..... An invaluable synthesis and a fine analysis of recent developments' Jonathan Sarna, Brandeis University Show Less