About the book
The Chosen is a book about friendship, struggling times, and religion. First published in 1967, Chaim Potok sets the story during World War II in New York. Reuven Malter goes through a series of events that will test his friendship, kindness, and beliefs to his best friend and to his family. Torn between his fathers beliefs and the beliefs of his best friend, The Chosen takes you into the mind of Reuven and his actions.