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Novelist Iris Mitlin Lav - Gitel's Freedom

Novelist Iris Mitlin Lav - Gitel's Freedom

Historical novel showing the strength and struggles of Jewish immigrant women in America.

Big Blend Radio · Lisa D. Smith

March 29, 202534m 27s

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Show Notes

Celebrate the end of Women's History Month with this episode of Big Blend Radio that features author Iris Mitlin Lav, who discusses her historical novel, "Gitel's Freedom." This depression-era book shares the story of Jewish immigrants and one woman’s journey toward personal freedom. It's a compelling tale of women’s resourcefulness and resilience amid limiting and often oppressive expectations.  


IRIS MITLIN LAV earned an MBA from George Washington University and an AB from the University of Chicago. She enjoyed a long career in public policy analysis and management, and she taught public finance at Johns Hopkins University and George Mason University. Her first novel, “A Wife in Bangkok,” was published in 2020 by She Writes Press. “Gitel’s Freedom” is her second novel. More at https://irismitlinlav.com/  


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