The Question is “Why?”

Stanford M. Adelstein:
A Jewish Life in South Dakota

Vantage Point Press and author Eric Zimmer present The Question is “Why?”, Stanford M. Adelstein’s story of carving out a life of purpose on the South Dakota plains, providing new perspectives on recent American and world history and on the lives of Jewish people in rural places.

Copies are available at:

Mitzi’s Books The Journey Museum
510 Main Street 222 New York Street
Rapid City, SD 57701 Rapid City, SD 57701
605-721-2665 605-394-6923

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Where freedom rules, you can create yourself. Everyone you meet and the events of your life have some influence. But your personal decisions define who you become. This book explores Stan’s journey and what it meant to be ‘the Jew from South Dakota.’ What his life shares is insightful, entertaining, and thought-provoking. The book offers dozens of behind-the-scenes stories for readers to enjoy.
— Mike Rounds, U.S. Senator (R-SD)