Isaac Bashevis Singer’s Gimpel the Fool: And Other Stories, published as part of FSG Classics, offers a captivating exploration of life in pre-World War II Polish ghettos through the lens of the author’s distinctive and unforgettable prose. First published in 1957, this collection includes the title story, “Gimpel the Fool,” which introduces us to Gimpel, an ingenuous baker who becomes the perennial victim of pranks but never retaliates against his tormentors. Other stories within the volume delve into the lives and struggles of a diverse cast of characters, all of whom are deeply rooted in the rich cultural landscape that Singer so vividly brings to life. Saul Bellow’s masterful translation ensures that these stories resonate with contemporary readers as they did upon their initial release.