The tone of the novel is one of nostalgia and thoughtfulness as the main character, the artist Asher Lev, recounts the events surrounding the issue of cultural friction that arises from his gift for art. ... "They say my paintings are a desecration of the name of God. ... Asher Lev expresses himself and his perception of life through his paintings. ... The Gift of Asher Lev begins in St. ... In The Gift of Asher Lev, Asher's upbringing creates the most tension in relation to his situation and affects his choices in a way that illustrates the integrity behind his actions. ...

• Word Count: 1707
• Approx Pages: 7