New book linking Hebrew punctuation to colonialism sparks criticism

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How did the left and right cover New book linking Hebrew punctuation to colonialism sparks criticism?

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Which outlets covered New book linking Hebrew punctuation to colonialism sparks criticism?

6 that we know of, every one of them listed further up this page with a link to its own report and to what we hold on the publisher. Nothing here is a summary of somebody else's summary: the outlets are named so the original reporting can be read.

What is the new book about?

The book, titled “On the Mark: From Periods to Interrobangs, How Punctuation Remade the World”, argues that the addition of European-style punctuation to Hebrew helped it become a modern spoken language. It also suggests this encouraged Jewish people to move to Israel.

Why has the book review caused controversy?

The book review, published by The New Yorker, has drawn criticism because the book it covers links Hebrew punctuation to colonialism and Jewish migration to Israel. Commentators have expressed disapproval of these claims and The New Yorker's decision to publish the review.

Which outlets reported on this story?

The New York Sun, wfmd.com, nytimespost.com, WVII / Fox Bangor, democraticaccent.com, and Fox News all reported on the controversy surrounding the book review.