Tevye the Dairyman

"Tevye the Dairyman" is a series of stories by Sholem Aleichem that follow Tevye, a humble Jewish milkman living in a Russian village. The tales explore his daily life, hopes, struggles, and his deep connection to tradition and faith. Through humor and warmth, the stories depict Tevye’s interactions with his family, neighbors, and the changing world around him, highlighting themes of cultural preservation amid social upheaval. The work offers an insightful look into Jewish life in Eastern Europe at the turn of the 20th century, blending humor with serious reflections on tradition, change, and resilience.