Letter from Martin Cohen to Bernard Scharfstein about Dividing Potential Book Material (1970)
Dear Bernie, I have just finished reading Rabbi Lamm’s articles and found them most fascinating and most worthy of publication. The articles appear to fall into two categories. The first, exemplified by "Study and Prayer" and "Religion and Morality," deal with broader topics and reflect deeper scholarship. The second, represented by the articles in Chavrusa and the one on mixed seating, are more topical and restricted. Because of this evident distinction, Rabbi Lamm might wish to publish a volume containing only the first type of essay; I would advise him to do so.I would welcome any book from Rabbi Lamm because I admire his writing and happen to find myself at home with much of his philosophy.My suggestion is based on the strong possibility that critics might carp at any admixture of the two types of articles.If I can be of any further help in this matter, kindly let me know.With every good wish,Sincerely,Martin A. CohenLet's meet and discuss this, Bernie